NIHSS score 42
ICD-10 R29.742 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of nihss score 42.
The NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale) score of 42 indicates a severe stroke, reflecting significant neurological impairment. This score is derived from a comprehensive assessment of various neurological functions, including consciousness, language, motor skills, sensory perception, and visual fields. A score of 42 suggests that the patient exhibits profound deficits across multiple domains, potentially including unresponsiveness, inability to follow commands, and severe motor weakness. Such a high score is indicative of a critical condition requiring immediate medical intervention and often correlates with a poor prognosis. The NIHSS is a standardized tool used by healthcare professionals to evaluate the severity of a stroke and guide treatment decisions. Accurate scoring and documentation are essential for effective patient management and for coding purposes, as they provide a clear picture of the patient's clinical status and the urgency of care required.
Detailed documentation of neurological assessments and NIHSS scoring.
Patients presenting with stroke symptoms, requiring evaluation and management.
Ensure all neurological deficits are documented to support the NIHSS score.
Immediate and thorough documentation of NIHSS score upon patient presentation.
Acute stroke presentations requiring rapid assessment and intervention.
Timeliness of documentation is critical; ensure that the NIHSS score is recorded promptly.
Used for patients presenting with severe stroke symptoms requiring immediate intervention.
Document the severity of the condition and the NIHSS score.
Emergency medicine providers must ensure timely and accurate documentation.
A NIHSS score of 42 indicates severe neurological impairment, often associated with a critical stroke requiring immediate medical attention.
