Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of middle cerebral artery
ICD-10 I63.51 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of middle cerebral artery.
Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of the middle cerebral artery (MCA) is a type of ischemic stroke characterized by the interruption of blood flow to the brain tissue supplied by the MCA. This condition often presents with sudden onset of neurological deficits, which may include weakness or numbness on one side of the body, difficulty speaking, or visual disturbances. The MCA is a critical artery that supplies a significant portion of the lateral aspect of the cerebral hemisphere, and occlusion or stenosis can result from various factors, including atherosclerosis, embolism, or thrombosis. Disease progression can lead to irreversible brain damage if not promptly addressed, emphasizing the importance of rapid diagnosis and intervention. Diagnostic considerations include neuroimaging studies such as CT or MRI to confirm the presence of infarction and to rule out hemorrhagic stroke. The clinical presentation, imaging findings, and patient history are crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
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Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
I63.51 covers cerebral infarction specifically due to occlusion or stenosis of the middle cerebral artery, which may arise from atherosclerotic disease, embolic events, or thrombosis. It does not include infarctions due to other causes or arteries.
I63.51 should be used when the infarction is specifically due to occlusion or stenosis of the middle cerebral artery and when other codes do not accurately reflect the clinical scenario, such as I63.50 for unspecified occlusion.
Documentation should include a detailed patient history, clinical examination findings, neuroimaging results confirming the infarction, and any relevant laboratory tests that support the diagnosis of occlusion or stenosis.
