Biventricular heart failure
ICD-10 I50.82 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of biventricular heart failure.
Biventricular heart failure (HF) is a complex condition characterized by the simultaneous failure of both the left and right ventricles of the heart, leading to inadequate blood circulation and resultant systemic and pulmonary congestion. Clinically, patients may present with symptoms such as dyspnea, fatigue, peripheral edema, and ascites. The anatomy involved includes the heart's ventricles, valves, and associated vascular structures, which may be affected by underlying conditions such as ischemic heart disease, hypertension, or cardiomyopathy. Disease progression can vary, with acute exacerbations often triggered by factors such as noncompliance with medications, dietary indiscretions, or infections. Diagnostic considerations include a thorough clinical evaluation, echocardiography, and possibly cardiac MRI or CT to assess ventricular function and structure. Laboratory tests, including BNP levels, can also aid in diagnosis and monitoring of heart failure severity.
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
I50.82 covers conditions where both left and right ventricular heart failure are present, often seen in patients with advanced heart disease, pulmonary hypertension, or severe valvular heart disease.
I50.82 should be used when both ventricles are failing, as indicated by clinical symptoms and diagnostic tests, differentiating it from codes that specify left or right heart failure alone.
Documentation should include clinical findings, diagnostic imaging results, laboratory tests, and a comprehensive treatment plan that reflects the severity and management of biventricular heart failure.
