Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of bilateral middle cerebral arteries
ICD-10 I63.513 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of bilateral middle cerebral arteries.
Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of bilateral middle cerebral arteries refers to a type of stroke that occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain is interrupted due to blockage or narrowing of the middle cerebral arteries (MCA). The MCA is a critical vessel that supplies blood to large portions of the lateral aspect of the cerebral hemispheres, including areas responsible for motor and sensory functions. Clinical presentation may include sudden onset of weakness, numbness, difficulty speaking, or visual disturbances, depending on the area of the brain affected. Disease progression can lead to significant neurological deficits and complications such as seizures or cognitive impairment. Diagnostic considerations include neuroimaging studies like CT or MRI to confirm the presence of an infarct and to rule out hemorrhagic stroke. Additionally, vascular imaging may be necessary to assess the occlusion or stenosis of the MCA. Early intervention is crucial to minimize brain damage and improve 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
I63.513 covers cerebral infarctions resulting from unspecified occlusions or stenosis of the bilateral middle cerebral arteries, which may include transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) and full-blown strokes that do not have a specified cause.
I63.513 should be used when the occlusion or stenosis of the middle cerebral arteries is bilateral and unspecified, whereas related codes should be used when the occlusion is specified as unilateral or due to a known cause.
Documentation should include clinical findings, imaging results confirming the infarction, and any relevant history of vascular disease or risk factors that may have contributed to the stroke.
