Find information on Seizure with Status Epilepticus, including clinical documentation requirements, medical coding guidelines, and healthcare best practices. Learn about status epilepticus diagnosis, treatment, and management. Explore resources for ICD-10-CM codes for seizures and status epilepticus, differential diagnosis, and appropriate medical terminology for accurate record keeping. This resource supports clinicians, coders, and healthcare professionals in properly documenting and coding Seizure with Status Epilepticus cases.
Also known as
Epilepsy and recurrent seizures
Covers various epileptic syndromes including status epilepticus.
Convulsions not elsewhere classified
Includes seizures/convulsions when a more specific epilepsy diagnosis isn't available.
Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Used for epilepsy cases when other codes are not applicable but there is no status epilepticus.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the seizure confirmed as status epilepticus?
Yes
Is there a documented cause?
No
Is there a documented diagnosis of epilepsy?
When to use each related code
Description |
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Seizure |
Status Epilepticus |
Epilepsy |
Patient presented with status epilepticus, a prolonged seizure activity lasting greater than five minutes or involving recurrent seizures without recovery of consciousness between events. The patient exhibited tonic-clonic seizure activity characterized by generalized convulsions with rhythmic jerking movements and loss of awareness. Onset of seizure activity was witnessed by family and reported as abrupt. Prior to the event, the patient reported no prodromal symptoms such as aura or headache. Medical history significant for epilepsy diagnosed two years prior, currently managed with levetiracetam. Medication compliance was questioned and patient reported inconsistent adherence to prescribed regimen. Initial assessment revealed altered mental status, postictal confusion, and oxygen saturation of 92% on room air. Intravenous access was established and the patient was administered lorazepam followed by a loading dose of fosphenytoin per protocol for status epilepticus management. Continuous electroencephalogram (EEG) monitoring was initiated to assess ongoing seizure activity. Subsequent neurological examination revealed no focal deficits. Differential diagnosis included non-epileptic seizures, syncope, and metabolic disturbances. Laboratory studies including complete blood count (CBC), comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP), and serum toxicology were ordered to evaluate for underlying causes. Patient responded to treatment with cessation of seizure activity and gradual return to baseline neurological status. The patient was admitted for further observation and management of epilepsy, including medication reconciliation and adjustment. Diagnosis: Status epilepticus, generalized tonic-clonic seizures, uncontrolled epilepsy. Plan includes continued EEG monitoring, initiation of maintenance antiepileptic drug therapy, and patient education regarding medication adherence, seizure triggers, and epilepsy management.