Hemopericardium as current complication following acute myocardial infarction
ICD-10 I23.0 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of hemopericardium as current complication following acute myocardial infarction.
Hemopericardium as a current complication following acute myocardial infarction (AMI) is characterized by the accumulation of blood in the pericardial cavity, which can occur as a result of rupture of the heart muscle or major coronary vessels post-AMI. Clinically, patients may present with symptoms such as chest pain, dyspnea, and signs of cardiac tamponade, including hypotension and muffled heart sounds. The anatomy involved includes the heart and the pericardial sac, which surrounds the heart. Disease progression can lead to severe complications, including cardiac arrest if not promptly addressed. Diagnostic considerations include echocardiography, which can reveal fluid accumulation, and CT imaging for more detailed assessment. Timely recognition and intervention are critical, as hemopericardium can rapidly progress to life-threatening conditions requiring surgical intervention, such as pericardiocentesis or pericardial window procedures.
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
I23.0 specifically covers hemopericardium that occurs as a direct complication of an acute myocardial infarction, typically resulting from myocardial rupture or perforation.
I23.0 should be used when there is clear documentation of hemopericardium following an AMI, distinguishing it from other pericardial conditions that may not be directly related to myocardial infarction.
Documentation should include clinical findings, imaging results indicating hemopericardium, and a clear link to the acute myocardial infarction event, as well as treatment interventions undertaken.
