Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of bilateral anterior cerebral arteries
ICD-10 I63.523 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of bilateral anterior cerebral arteries.
I63.523 refers to cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of bilateral anterior cerebral arteries. This condition arises when blood flow to the anterior cerebral arteries is obstructed, leading to ischemia and subsequent infarction of brain tissue. Clinically, patients may present with symptoms such as weakness or paralysis of the lower limbs, sensory deficits, and cognitive impairments, depending on the extent of the infarction and the areas of the brain affected. The anterior cerebral arteries supply the medial portions of the frontal lobes and the superior medial parietal lobes, making their occlusion particularly impactful on motor and sensory functions. Disease progression can vary; some patients may experience rapid deterioration, while others may have a more gradual onset of symptoms. Diagnostic considerations include neuroimaging studies such as CT or MRI scans to confirm the presence of infarction and to rule out other causes of neurological deficits. Additionally, vascular imaging may be necessary to assess the degree of occlusion or stenosis in the anterior cerebral arteries.
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
I63.523 covers cerebral infarction resulting from occlusion or stenosis of the bilateral anterior cerebral arteries, which may be due to thromboembolic events or atherosclerosis. It is important to differentiate this from infarctions caused by other vascular issues.
Use I63.523 when the occlusion or stenosis of the anterior cerebral arteries is unspecified, and the clinical presentation aligns with cerebral infarction. If the specific artery is known, more specific codes should be utilized.
Documentation should include detailed clinical notes outlining the patient's symptoms, results of neuroimaging studies confirming cerebral infarction, and any relevant vascular studies indicating occlusion or stenosis.
