Find comprehensive information on Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty including clinical documentation, medical coding, ICD-10-PCS codes, CPT codes, healthcare reimbursement, interventional cardiology, PTCA, balloon angioplasty, atherectomy, stent placement, coronary artery disease treatment, and minimally invasive cardiac procedures. This resource provides essential details for healthcare professionals involved in coding, billing, and documentation of PTCA procedures. Learn about best practices for accurate and compliant clinical documentation and medical coding related to Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty.
Also known as
Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty
Procedures on coronary arteries using balloon angioplasty.
Ischemic heart diseases
Conditions related to reduced blood supply to the heart.
Acute myocardial infarction
Heart attack due to blockage of coronary artery.
Atherosclerotic heart disease
Hardening and narrowing of the arteries of the heart.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Was a coronary artery stent placed?
Yes
Drug-eluting stent?
No
PTCA only, no stent?
When to use each related code
Description |
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Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty |
Coronary Atherectomy |
Coronary Stenting |
Incomplete documentation of vessel location, dominance, and lesion characteristics can lead to inaccurate PTCA coding and lost revenue.
Missing or unclear documentation of stent type, number, and location can impact correct coding and appropriate reimbursement for PTCA.
If atherectomy is performed during PTCA, it must be coded separately. Lack of clear documentation creates risk of undercoding and lost revenue.
Patient presented with symptoms suggestive of coronary artery disease, including angina pectoris, chest pain, and shortness of breath. The patient's medical history includes hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and a family history of coronary artery disease. Physical examination revealed stable vital signs. Electrocardiogram showed ST-segment depression consistent with myocardial ischemia. Cardiac biomarkers, including troponin levels, were elevated. Coronary angiography revealed significant stenosis in the left anterior descending artery. A diagnosis of coronary artery disease was made, and percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA) was indicated. The procedure was performed successfully with placement of a drug-eluting stent. Post-procedure angiography demonstrated improved coronary blood flow. The patient tolerated the procedure well and is being monitored for any complications such as bleeding, hematoma, or restenosis. The patient will be discharged on dual antiplatelet therapy, including aspirin and clopidogrel, and advised on lifestyle modifications, including cardiac rehabilitation, smoking cessation, and dietary changes to manage risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Follow-up appointments are scheduled for ongoing monitoring of cardiac function and stent patency. ICD-10 code I25.10, Atherosclerosis of native coronary artery without angina pectoris, and CPT code 92928-LD, Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty; single vessel, were used for billing and coding purposes.