Understanding Right MCA Stroke: Find information on diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment of Right Middle Cerebral Artery Stroke. This resource covers clinical documentation, medical coding (ICD-10), and healthcare best practices related to Right MCA infarction. Explore resources for stroke rehabilitation, acute stroke care, and neurological assessment for accurate Right MCA Stroke diagnosis. Learn about hemiparesis, aphasia, and other common effects.
Also known as
Cerebral infarction due to MCA
Infarction of brain due to blockage in middle cerebral artery.
Intracerebral hemorrhage
Bleeding within the brain tissue itself.
Subarachnoid hemorrhage
Bleeding into the space surrounding the brain.
Other cerebrovascular diseases
Other specified cerebrovascular conditions, if MCA stroke not otherwise specified.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the right MCA stroke confirmed?
Yes
Is the stroke ischemic?
No
Do not code right MCA stroke. Code presenting symptoms.
When to use each related code
Description |
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Right MCA Stroke |
Transient Ischemic Attack |
Lacunar Infarct |
Patient presents with clinical findings consistent with a right middle cerebral artery (MCA) stroke. Symptoms onset was reported at [Time of Onset] and included [List specific symptoms, e.g., right-sided hemiparesis, facial droop, aphasia, dysarthria, sensory loss, visual field deficits, hemineglect]. National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) score on presentation was [NIHSS Score]. Medical history is significant for [List relevant medical history, e.g., hypertension, hyperlipidemia, atrial fibrillation, diabetes mellitus, prior stroke, smoking]. Current medications include [List current medications]. Brain imaging (CT scan brain without contrast, CTA head and neck, MRI brain) was performed and revealed [Imaging findings, e.g., acute ischemic infarct in the right MCA territory, no evidence of hemorrhage]. Differential diagnosis included transient ischemic attack (TIA), seizure, migraine with aura, and intracranial mass. Based on the clinical presentation, NIHSS score, and imaging findings, the diagnosis of right MCA ischemic stroke was established. Treatment plan includes [Treatment plan, e.g., thrombolytic therapy with alteplase if eligible, antiplatelet therapy with aspirin, blood pressure management, statin therapy, stroke rehabilitation, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy]. Patient was admitted to the stroke unit for further monitoring and management. Prognosis for recovery will be discussed with the patient and family. Follow-up with neurology and primary care physician is recommended. ICD-10 code I63.51 (Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of right middle cerebral artery) is assigned.