Supraventricular tachycardia
ICD-10 I47.1 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of supraventricular tachycardia.
Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) is characterized by an abnormally fast heart rate originating above the ventricles, typically from the atria or the atrioventricular (AV) node. Clinically, patients may present with palpitations, dizziness, shortness of breath, or chest pain. The anatomy involved includes the heart's electrical conduction system, particularly the atria and AV node, which play crucial roles in maintaining normal heart rhythm. Disease progression can vary; while some patients experience infrequent episodes that resolve spontaneously, others may develop persistent SVT requiring medical intervention. Diagnostic considerations include a thorough patient history, physical examination, and electrocardiogram (ECG) findings, which can reveal characteristic patterns of SVT. Additional diagnostic tools may include Holter monitoring or electrophysiological studies to identify the specific type of SVT and guide treatment options.
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
I47.1 specifically covers supraventricular tachycardia, including various forms such as atrial tachycardia and AV nodal reentrant tachycardia, as long as they are not classified under other specific codes.
I47.1 should be used when the tachycardia is confirmed to originate from above the ventricles and is not classified as paroxysmal or due to other specific causes. Accurate diagnosis through ECG is crucial.
Documentation should include a detailed patient history, clinical symptoms, ECG findings indicating SVT, and any treatment plans or interventions undertaken.
