2025 ICD-10-CM code I67.6
(Active) Effective Date: N/A Revision Date: N/A Deletion Date: N/A Circulatory System Diseases - Cerebrovascular diseases (I60-I69) Diseases of the circulatory system (I00-I99) Feed
Nonpyogenic thrombosis of intracranial venous system.This code indicates a blood clot in the veins of the brain that is not caused by an infection.
Medical necessity is established by clinical symptoms consistent with intracranial venous thrombosis and confirmed by appropriate neuroimaging studies.Treatment is usually medically necessary to prevent life-threatening complications like stroke, seizures, or increased intracranial pressure.
Neurologist, neurosurgeon, or other physician specializing in cerebrovascular diseases.The clinical responsibility includes diagnosis via clinical assessment and neuroimaging, and treatment including anticoagulation therapy or other interventions based on the severity and location of the thrombosis.
- Diseases of the circulatory system (I00-I99)
- Diseases of the circulatory system > Cerebrovascular diseases
In simple words: This code means you have a blood clot in the veins of your brain that isn't caused by an infection.This clot blocks blood flow in the brain's veins, potentially causing various problems depending on the location and size of the clot.
I67.6, Nonpyogenic thrombosis of intracranial venous system, represents the diagnosis of a blood clot (thrombosis) in the veins of the brain that is not caused by an infection (nonpyogenic). This condition can lead to various neurological symptoms depending on the location and extent of the thrombosis.The diagnosis requires clinical evaluation and imaging studies, often including magnetic resonance venography (MRV) or computed tomography venography (CTV) to confirm the presence and location of the clot.
Example 1: A 35-year-old female presents with severe headaches, seizures, and focal neurological deficits.Imaging reveals a large nonpyogenic thrombosis in the superior sagittal sinus. The physician codes I67.6 for the venous thrombosis., A 60-year-old male presents with signs of increased intracranial pressure, papilledema, and altered mental status. MRV shows thrombosis of the transverse and sigmoid sinuses.The diagnosis of I67.6 is made based on imaging and clinical presentation., A pregnant woman in her third trimester experiences sudden onset of severe headache and vision changes. Imaging confirms a cerebral venous thrombosis.In this case, the code O22.5 (Cerebral venous thrombosis in pregnancy) might be used in conjunction with or in place of I67.6.
Complete history and physical exam focusing on neurological symptoms and risk factors.Detailed neuroimaging findings (MRV or CTV) demonstrating the presence, location, and extent of the thrombosis.Lab results relevant to coagulation studies.Documentation of treatment plan and response to therapy.
** This code is used for non-infectious venous thrombosis of the intracranial venous system.It's crucial to differentiate this from other types of cerebral venous thrombosis and to document thoroughly the clinical presentation, imaging findings, and treatment plan for accurate coding and reimbursement.
- Payment Status: Active
- Specialties:Neurology, Neurosurgery
- Place of Service:Inpatient Hospital, Outpatient Hospital, Emergency Room - Hospital