Cerebral infarction due to embolism of left anterior cerebral artery
ICD-10 I63.422 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of cerebral infarction due to embolism of left anterior cerebral artery.
Cerebral infarction due to embolism of the left anterior cerebral artery is a type of ischemic stroke that occurs when a blood clot or other debris travels through the bloodstream and lodges in the left anterior cerebral artery, obstructing blood flow to the brain tissue supplied by this artery. Clinically, patients may present with unilateral weakness, sensory loss, and cognitive deficits, particularly affecting the contralateral side of the body. The left anterior cerebral artery primarily supplies the medial portions of the frontal lobes and the superior medial parietal lobes, which are critical for motor function and higher cognitive processes. Disease progression can vary; some patients may experience rapid onset of symptoms, while others may have a more gradual presentation. Diagnostic considerations include neuroimaging (CT or MRI) to confirm the presence of an infarct and to rule out hemorrhagic stroke. Additionally, risk factors such as atrial fibrillation, carotid artery disease, and other cardiovascular conditions should be assessed to determine the underlying cause of the embolism.
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
I63.422 specifically covers cerebral infarctions resulting from embolic events affecting the left anterior cerebral artery. This includes conditions such as embolism from cardiac sources (e.g., atrial fibrillation) or from atherosclerotic plaques.
I63.422 should be used when the cerebral infarction is confirmed to be due to an embolism affecting the left anterior cerebral artery, as opposed to thrombosis or infarctions in other cerebral arteries.
Documentation should include clinical findings, imaging results confirming the infarction, and details regarding the embolic source, such as echocardiograms or vascular studies.
