Rheumatic tricuspid stenosis
ICD-10 I07.0 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of rheumatic tricuspid stenosis.
Rheumatic tricuspid stenosis is a condition characterized by the narrowing of the tricuspid valve, which impedes blood flow from the right atrium to the right ventricle. This condition often arises as a sequela of rheumatic fever, a complication of untreated streptococcal throat infections. Clinically, patients may present with symptoms such as fatigue, palpitations, peripheral edema, and signs of right heart failure. The anatomy involved includes the tricuspid valve, which consists of three leaflets that may become thickened and calcified due to chronic inflammation. Disease progression can lead to significant hemodynamic changes, including elevated right atrial pressure and reduced cardiac output. Diagnostic considerations include echocardiography, which is essential for assessing valve morphology and function, as well as cardiac catheterization in complex cases. Early diagnosis and management are crucial to prevent complications such as atrial fibrillation and systemic embolization.
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
I07.0 specifically covers rheumatic tricuspid stenosis, which is a result of rheumatic fever. It is important to differentiate this from other forms of tricuspid stenosis, such as congenital or degenerative causes.
I07.0 should be used when the stenosis is specifically due to rheumatic heart disease. If the stenosis is due to other causes, such as degenerative changes or congenital defects, other codes should be selected.
Documentation should include a detailed clinical history of rheumatic fever, echocardiographic findings indicating tricuspid stenosis, and any relevant laboratory results that support the diagnosis.
