Cardiomyopathy
ICD-10 I42 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of cardiomyopathy.
Cardiomyopathy refers to a group of diseases that affect the heart muscle, leading to a decline in its ability to pump blood effectively. The condition can result from various causes, including genetic factors, long-standing high blood pressure, heart valve disease, and chronic alcohol abuse. Clinically, patients may present with symptoms such as shortness of breath, fatigue, palpitations, and swelling in the legs or abdomen. The anatomy involved primarily includes the myocardium, which is the muscular layer of the heart responsible for contraction. Disease progression can lead to heart failure, arrhythmias, and even sudden cardiac death if left untreated. Diagnostic considerations include a thorough patient history, physical examination, echocardiography, cardiac MRI, and sometimes endomyocardial biopsy to determine the underlying cause. Early detection and management are crucial to improving patient outcomes and preventing complications.
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
I42 encompasses various types of cardiomyopathy, including dilated cardiomyopathy, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, restrictive cardiomyopathy, and arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy. Each type has distinct diagnostic criteria and clinical implications.
I42 should be used when the primary diagnosis is cardiomyopathy, particularly when the condition is confirmed through diagnostic testing. It should be differentiated from other heart conditions like heart failure (I50) or ischemic heart disease (I25) based on clinical presentation and diagnostic findings.
Documentation should include a detailed patient history, results from echocardiograms or MRIs, and any laboratory tests that support the diagnosis of cardiomyopathy. Clinical notes should reflect the symptoms, diagnostic process, and treatment plan.
