Cerebral infarction due to embolism of other precerebral artery
ICD-10 I63.19 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of cerebral infarction due to embolism of other precerebral artery.
I63.19 refers to cerebral infarction due to embolism of other precerebral arteries, which are arteries supplying blood to the brain but are not classified as the major cerebral arteries. The clinical presentation may include sudden onset of neurological deficits such as weakness, speech difficulties, or visual disturbances, depending on the area of the brain affected. The anatomy involved includes the precerebral arteries, which can include branches of the carotid arteries and vertebral arteries. Disease progression can lead to permanent neurological damage if not promptly treated. Diagnostic considerations involve imaging studies such as CT or MRI to confirm the presence of an infarct and to rule out other causes of stroke. Additionally, identifying the source of the embolism, which may be cardiac or from atherosclerotic plaques, is crucial for management and prevention of future events.
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
I63.19 covers cerebral infarctions specifically due to embolism from precerebral arteries not classified under major cerebral arteries. This includes embolic strokes resulting from various etiologies such as cardiac sources or atherosclerotic disease.
I63.19 should be used when the cerebral infarction is specifically due to embolism from other precerebral arteries, as opposed to direct occlusion or embolism from major cerebral arteries, which would require different codes.
Documentation should include a clear diagnosis of cerebral infarction, imaging results confirming the infarct, and evidence of the embolic source. Detailed clinical notes outlining the patient's symptoms and the rationale for the diagnosis are essential.
