Atherosclerosis of autologous artery coronary artery bypass graft(s) with refractory angina pectoris
ICD-10 I25.722 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of atherosclerosis of autologous artery coronary artery bypass graft(s) with refractory angina pectoris.
I25.722 refers to atherosclerosis of autologous artery coronary artery bypass graft(s) with refractory angina pectoris. This condition arises when there is a buildup of plaque in the grafts used to bypass blocked coronary arteries, leading to reduced blood flow to the heart muscle. Patients typically present with symptoms of angina pectoris, which may be stable or unstable, but in this case, it is classified as refractory, indicating that the angina is persistent and not adequately controlled by standard medical therapies. The anatomy involved includes the coronary arteries and the grafts, which may be composed of the patient's own arteries or veins. Disease progression can lead to further ischemic heart disease, heart failure, or myocardial infarction if not managed appropriately. Diagnostic considerations include a thorough patient history, physical examination, and imaging studies such as angiography or stress tests to assess the severity of the graft disease and the extent of coronary artery involvement.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
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Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
I25.722 covers patients with atherosclerosis affecting their autologous artery bypass grafts, specifically those experiencing refractory angina pectoris, which is characterized by persistent chest pain that is not relieved by standard treatments.
I25.722 should be used when the patient has documented refractory angina pectoris associated with atherosclerosis of their bypass grafts, distinguishing it from cases of stable angina or those without graft involvement.
Documentation should include a detailed history of angina symptoms, results from diagnostic tests such as angiography, and evidence of treatment attempts that have failed to alleviate the angina, confirming its refractory nature.
