Cerebral infarction due to thrombosis of right middle cerebral artery
ICD-10 I63.311 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of cerebral infarction due to thrombosis of right middle cerebral artery.
Cerebral infarction due to thrombosis of the right middle cerebral artery (MCA) is a critical condition characterized by the obstruction of blood flow to the brain, specifically affecting the right MCA territory. Clinically, patients may present with sudden onset of neurological deficits, including contralateral hemiparesis, sensory loss, and aphasia, depending on the extent of the infarction. The right MCA supplies blood to significant areas of the brain responsible for motor and sensory functions, as well as language in the dominant hemisphere. Disease progression can lead to irreversible brain damage if not promptly addressed. Diagnostic considerations include neuroimaging techniques such as CT or MRI to confirm the presence of an infarct and to rule out hemorrhagic strokes. Risk factors contributing to thrombosis include hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, and atrial fibrillation. Timely intervention is crucial to minimize long-term disability and improve patient outcomes.
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
I63.311 specifically covers cerebral infarction due to thrombosis of the right middle cerebral artery, which may include ischemic strokes resulting from thrombotic occlusion in this specific vascular territory.
I63.311 should be used when there is a confirmed diagnosis of cerebral infarction specifically due to thrombosis of the right MCA, distinguishing it from other types of strokes or infarctions affecting different arteries.
Documentation should include clinical notes detailing the patient's symptoms, results from neuroimaging studies confirming the infarction, and any relevant laboratory findings that support the diagnosis of thrombosis.
