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ICD-10 CodesI51.1

I51.1

Billable

Rupture of chordae tendineae, not elsewhere classified

BILLABLE STATUSYes
IMPLEMENTATION DATEOctober 1, 2015
LAST UPDATED09/06/2025

Code Description

ICD-10 I51.1 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of rupture of chordae tendineae, not elsewhere classified.

Key Diagnostic Point:

Rupture of chordae tendineae, not elsewhere classified, is a serious cardiac condition where the fibrous cords that connect the heart valves to the heart muscle tear. This can lead to acute valve insufficiency, resulting in severe hemodynamic instability. The rupture may occur due to ischemia, trauma, or degenerative changes. Diagnosis is typically made through echocardiography, and management often requires surgical intervention to repair or replace the affected valve.

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity

Complexity Factors

  • timing of intervention
  • patient stability

Audit Risk Factors

    Specialty Focus

    Related ICD-10 Codes

    Related CPT Codes

    33405CPT Code

    Clinical Scenario

    Documentation Requirements

    ICD-10 Impact

    Diagnostic & Documentation Impact

    Enhanced Specificity

    ICD-10 Improvements

    Can lead to life-threatening complications if not addressed promptly.

    ICD-9 vs ICD-10

    Can lead to life-threatening complications if not addressed promptly.

    Reimbursement & Billing Impact

    Can lead to life-threatening complications if not addressed promptly.

    Resources

    Clinical References

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      Heart Valve Disease Overview

    Coding & Billing References

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      Heart Valve Disease Overview

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What causes rupture of chordae tendineae?

    Common causes include myocardial infarction, trauma, and degenerative valve disease.