NIHSS score 30-39
ICD-10 R29.73 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of nihss score 30-39.
The NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale) score of 30-39 indicates a severe stroke with significant neurological impairment. Patients scoring in this range typically exhibit profound deficits in consciousness, motor function, language, and sensory perception. Common symptoms include inability to follow commands, severe aphasia, hemiplegia, and potentially coma. This score reflects a critical condition requiring immediate medical intervention and often indicates a high risk of long-term disability or mortality. The NIHSS is a standardized tool used to assess the severity of stroke and guide treatment decisions. Accurate scoring is essential for determining the appropriate level of care and rehabilitation needs. Clinicians must document the specific deficits observed during the assessment to support the coding of R29.73, ensuring that all relevant neurological findings are captured in the patient's medical record.
Detailed documentation of neurological assessments, including specific deficits and NIHSS score.
Patients presenting with acute stroke symptoms, requiring hospitalization for management.
Ensure that all neurological assessments are documented clearly to support the coding of R29.73.
Immediate and thorough documentation of NIHSS score and neurological findings upon patient arrival.
Acute stroke presentations requiring rapid assessment and intervention.
Timeliness of documentation is critical; ensure that the NIHSS score is recorded promptly to guide treatment.
Used when a patient with a high NIHSS score presents to the emergency department.
Document the NIHSS score and specific neurological findings.
Emergency medicine providers must ensure timely and accurate documentation.
An NIHSS score of 30-39 indicates severe neurological impairment due to stroke, often associated with significant deficits in consciousness, motor function, and language.
