Other ventricular tachycardia
ICD-10 I47.29 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of other ventricular tachycardia.
I47.29 refers to 'Other ventricular tachycardia,' a condition characterized by an abnormal and rapid heart rhythm originating from the ventricles. Clinically, patients may present with palpitations, dizziness, syncope, or even chest pain. The anatomy involved includes the heart's ventricles, which are responsible for pumping blood to the lungs and the rest of the body. Ventricular tachycardia (VT) can arise from various underlying conditions, including ischemic heart disease, cardiomyopathy, electrolyte imbalances, or structural heart abnormalities. Disease progression can lead to more severe arrhythmias, such as ventricular fibrillation, which can be life-threatening. Diagnostic considerations include electrocardiogram (ECG) findings, echocardiography, and possibly electrophysiological studies to determine the origin and mechanism of the tachycardia. It is crucial to differentiate I47.29 from other forms of tachycardia, such as atrial tachycardia or sustained ventricular tachycardia, to guide appropriate management and treatment strategies.
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
I47.29 encompasses various forms of non-sustained ventricular tachycardia that do not fall under more specific codes. This includes idiopathic VT and those associated with structural heart disease, but excludes sustained VT which is coded separately.
I47.29 should be used when the ventricular tachycardia is not classified as sustained or when the specific type of VT is unknown. It is important to document the clinical context to justify this code.
Documentation should include a detailed history of the patient's symptoms, results from ECG or Holter monitoring, and any imaging studies that support the diagnosis of other ventricular tachycardia.
