Find information on severe tricuspid regurgitation diagnosis, including clinical documentation requirements, ICD-10 codes (I35.2), echocardiography findings, and treatment options. Learn about the pathophysiology, symptoms, and prognosis of severe TR, and explore resources for healthcare professionals on accurate medical coding and best practices for managing this cardiac condition. This resource covers key aspects of severe tricuspid valve regurgitation for physicians, nurses, and coders.
Also known as
Chronic rheumatic heart diseases
Rheumatic fever causing tricuspid valve damage.
Other forms of heart disease
Includes non-rheumatic tricuspid valve disorders.
Congenital malformations of heart
Congenital defects affecting the tricuspid valve.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the TR rheumatic?
Yes
Active rheumatic fever?
No
Is TR due to congenital anomaly?
When to use each related code
Description |
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Severe tricuspid regurgitation |
Moderate tricuspid regurgitation |
Tricuspid stenosis |
Coding TR without specifying cause (e.g., rheumatic, congenital) leads to lower reimbursement and inaccurate data.
Documentation lacking clear evidence supporting severe TR (e.g., vena contracta, RV dysfunction) risks audit failure.
Failing to code associated conditions like pulmonary hypertension or atrial fibrillation impacts risk adjustment.
Patient presents with symptoms suggestive of severe tricuspid regurgitation. Presenting complaints include progressively worsening dyspnea on exertion, fatigue, and peripheral edema. Physical examination reveals jugular venous distension, a holosystolic murmur at the left lower sternal border that increases with inspiration, and hepatomegaly. The patient reports a history of [mention underlying cause if known, e.g., rheumatic heart disease, infective endocarditis, pulmonary hypertension, or congenital heart defect]. Echocardiography confirms severe tricuspid regurgitation with evidence of [describe echo findings e.g., dilated right atrium and ventricle, severe tricuspid annular dilatation, central jet]. Right heart catheterization may be considered for further hemodynamic assessment and to guide management decisions. Differential diagnosis includes other causes of right heart failure such as pulmonary stenosis and pulmonary embolism. Assessment: Severe tricuspid regurgitation. Plan: Diuretic therapy initiated for symptom management. Referral to cardiology for consideration of tricuspid valve surgery or percutaneous intervention is recommended. Patient education provided regarding the disease process, medication management, and the importance of follow-up appointments. ICD-10 code I07.1 (tricuspid valve insufficiency) is documented. Further diagnostic evaluation and treatment will be determined based on the patient's clinical course and response to therapy.