Cerebral infarction due to embolism of unspecified precerebral artery
ICD-10 I63.10 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of cerebral infarction due to embolism of unspecified precerebral artery.
Cerebral infarction due to embolism of an unspecified precerebral artery is a critical condition characterized by the obstruction of blood flow to the brain caused by an embolus originating from another site in the body. This condition typically presents with sudden onset of neurological deficits, which may include weakness, speech difficulties, and sensory loss, depending on the area of the brain affected. The anatomy involved primarily includes the carotid arteries and their branches, which supply blood to the anterior circulation of the brain. Disease progression can lead to irreversible brain damage if not promptly addressed, making timely diagnosis and intervention crucial. Diagnostic considerations include neuroimaging studies such as CT or MRI scans to confirm the presence of an infarct and to rule out hemorrhagic stroke. Additionally, risk factors such as atrial fibrillation, carotid artery disease, and other cardiovascular conditions must be evaluated to determine the source of the embolism and guide treatment strategies.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
I63.10 covers cerebral infarctions specifically due to embolism from an unspecified precerebral artery. This includes cases where the embolus may originate from the heart or other vascular sources but does not specify the exact artery involved.
I63.10 should be used when the cerebral infarction is confirmed to be due to an embolism from a precerebral artery, and the specific artery cannot be identified. If the source is known, a more specific code should be selected.
Documentation must include clinical findings, imaging results confirming the cerebral infarction, and any relevant history of embolic sources such as atrial fibrillation or carotid artery disease.
