2025 ICD-10-CM code I67.8
(Active) Effective Date: N/A Revision Date: N/A Deletion Date: N/A Cerebrovascular diseases - Other specified cerebrovascular diseases Diseases of the circulatory system (I00-I99) Feed
This code represents other specified cerebrovascular diseases not categorized elsewhere.
Modifiers may be used depending on the circumstances of the encounter. Refer to the official guidelines for additional details.
The medical necessity for using I67.8 relies on the absence of a more specific diagnosis after thorough evaluation.The physician must document the clinical findings that support the need for further investigation to determine the underlying cerebrovascular cause.
Neurologists, vascular surgeons, and other specialists involved in the diagnosis and management of cerebrovascular disease.
In simple words: This code is for problems with blood vessels in the brain that aren't specifically listed elsewhere.These problems can cause the brain to not get enough blood, which may damage brain tissue and lead to symptoms such as trouble speaking, moving parts of the body, or remembering things.Doctors use this code when they can't pinpoint the exact problem.
ICD-10-CM code I67.8, "Other specified cerebrovascular diseases," is used to classify cerebrovascular disorders that don't fit into more specific categories within the I60-I69 range.It encompasses a variety of conditions affecting the brain's blood vessels, leading to insufficient blood supply and potential tissue damage. This code should only be used when a more precise diagnosis is unavailable or uncertain after a thorough clinical evaluation.The use of this code may necessitate additional codes to specify associated conditions like alcohol abuse, tobacco use, hypertension, or environmental exposure to tobacco smoke.
Example 1: A patient presents with symptoms suggestive of a cerebrovascular event but imaging studies are inconclusive, ruling out stroke and other clearly defined cerebrovascular disorders. I67.8 would be used in this case., A patient with a history of poorly controlled hypertension experiences sudden neurological deficits.While ischemic stroke is suspected, further investigation is needed to pinpoint the exact vascular location and mechanism of injury. Until further investigation, I67.8 could be used., A patient with known cerebral vasculitis exhibits fluctuating neurological symptoms that don't fully meet the criteria for a specific cerebrovascular disease subtype.I67.8 could provide a general code in this scenario pending more investigation.
Detailed clinical history, neurological examination findings, relevant imaging studies (e.g., CT scan, MRI, angiography), and laboratory results.Any specific symptoms observed should be documented precisely.
** I67.8 is a "catch-all" code and should only be used when a more specific code isn't applicable after a comprehensive evaluation.It's crucial to provide detailed clinical documentation to justify its use.
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- Specialties:Neurology, Vascular Surgery, Internal Medicine
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