Cerebral infarction due to thrombosis of cerebral arteries
ICD-10 I63.3 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of cerebral infarction due to thrombosis of cerebral arteries.
Cerebral infarction due to thrombosis of cerebral arteries is characterized by the obstruction of blood flow to the brain caused by a thrombus (blood clot) that forms within a cerebral artery. This condition typically presents with sudden onset of neurological deficits, which may include weakness, speech difficulties, and sensory loss, depending on the area of the brain affected. The anatomy involved includes the major cerebral arteries, such as the middle cerebral artery, anterior cerebral artery, and posterior cerebral artery. Disease progression can lead to irreversible brain damage if not promptly treated, with potential complications including long-term disability or death. Diagnostic considerations include neuroimaging studies such as CT or MRI scans to confirm the presence of an infarct and to rule out hemorrhagic stroke. Clinical history, risk factors such as hypertension, diabetes, and hyperlipidemia, and physical examination findings are also crucial in the diagnostic process.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
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Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
I63.3 specifically covers cerebral infarction due to thrombosis of cerebral arteries, which includes ischemic strokes resulting from thrombus formation. It does not cover strokes caused by embolism or hemorrhagic strokes.
I63.3 should be used when the stroke is confirmed to be due to thrombosis rather than embolism (I63.0) or other causes. Accurate diagnosis through imaging and clinical assessment is essential for proper code selection.
Documentation should include detailed clinical findings, imaging results confirming cerebral infarction, and a clear history of risk factors such as hypertension or diabetes that may have contributed to thrombus formation.
