Find comprehensive information on Peripheral Arterial Disease PAD diagnosis including clinical documentation requirements ICD 10 codes for PAD claudication and atherosclerosis treatment and management guidelines. Learn about peripheral artery disease symptoms risk factors and diagnostic testing like ankle brachial index ABI . Explore resources for healthcare professionals focused on accurate medical coding for PAD and best practices in vascular disease management.
Also known as
Diseases of arteries, arterioles and capillaries
Covers peripheral arterial disease and related circulatory issues.
Peripheral arterial disease
Specifically designates peripheral arterial disease diagnoses.
Diabetes mellitus
Includes diabetic angiopathies which can cause peripheral arterial disease.
Chronic ischemic heart disease
Often coexists with PAD due to shared risk factors like atherosclerosis.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is PAD due to atherosclerosis?
Yes
Site specified?
No
Due to embolism or thrombosis?
When to use each related code
Description |
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Peripheral Arterial Disease |
Acute Limb Ischemia |
Critical Limb Ischemia |
Coding PAD without laterality or specific vessel location leads to rejected claims and inaccurate data. Use ICD-10 codes like I70.2 for atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with appropriate 7th character.
Miscoding atherosclerosis (I70) as PAD (I73.9) without confirming symptomatic limb ischemia impacts severity reporting and reimbursement. CDI queries clarify clinical documentation.
Distinguishing acute limb ischemia (I74) from chronic PAD (I70, I73.9) is crucial for accurate quality reporting and risk adjustment. CDI specialists should query the physician for acuity clarification.
Patient presents with complaints consistent with peripheral artery disease (PAD). Symptoms include intermittent claudication characterized by cramping, aching, or fatigue in the lower extremities, specifically the calf muscles, during exercise and relieved by rest. Onset of pain is reproducible with ambulation at a consistent distance. Patient reports a Rutherford category (grade) [Insert Rutherford category 1-6] level of PAD. Associated symptoms may include numbness, tingling, or coldness in the legs or feet. Resting pain is [present/absent]. Physical examination reveals diminished or absent pedal pulses, decreased capillary refill time in the toes, and possible skin changes such as pallor, coolness, or hair loss in the affected limb. Ankle-brachial index (ABI) measurement was recorded as [insert ABI value]. Differential diagnosis includes spinal stenosis, venous insufficiency, and neuropathy. Diagnosis of peripheral artery disease is supported by clinical presentation, ABI measurement, and patient history. Treatment plan includes lifestyle modifications such as smoking cessation, supervised exercise therapy, and dietary changes to manage risk factors like hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and diabetes. Pharmacological interventions may include antiplatelet therapy (e.g., aspirin, clopidogrel) and medications to address hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and diabetes. Referral to vascular specialist is considered for further evaluation and potential interventions such as angioplasty, stenting, or bypass surgery if indicated. Patient education provided on disease management, foot care, and importance of medication adherence. Follow-up appointment scheduled in [ timeframe] to monitor symptoms, ABI, and treatment efficacy.