Find information on venous thrombosis diagnosis, including clinical documentation, medical coding, and healthcare resources. Learn about DVT, VTE, superficial thrombophlebitis, and pulmonary embolism. Explore ICD-10 codes for venous thrombosis (I80.1, I80.2, I80.3), CPT codes for diagnostic testing (e.g., ultrasound, venography), and best practices for accurate medical recordkeeping related to venous thrombosis diagnosis and treatment. This resource offers guidance for physicians, nurses, coders, and other healthcare professionals seeking information on venous thrombosis.
Also known as
Diseases of veins, lymphatic vessels
Covers various vein and lymphatic vessel disorders, including phlebitis and thrombophlebitis.
Other venous embolism and thrombosis
Includes venous embolism and thrombosis not classified elsewhere, like venous thrombosis.
Venous embolism and thrombosis of unspecified deep vein
Specifies venous embolism and thrombosis in deep veins of unspecified location.
Venous complications of pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium
Includes venous complications in the peripartum period, such as postpartum thrombosis.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the venous thrombosis superficial?
Yes
Lower extremity?
No
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?
When to use each related code
Description |
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Venous Thrombosis |
Pulmonary Embolism |
Superficial Thrombophlebitis |
Coding venous thrombosis without specifying the affected vein (e.g., deep or superficial) leads to inaccurate coding and claims.
Coding DVT/PE without documented diagnostic confirmation (e.g., ultrasound, CT) risks improper reimbursement and audits.
Failing to code associated thrombophilia when present can impact risk adjustment and quality reporting accuracy.
Venous thrombosis diagnosed. Patient presents with complaints of [location]-sided pain, swelling, and [characterize pain, e.g., tenderness, aching, throbbing]. On physical exam, [affected limb/area] demonstrates [objective findings, e.g., erythema, edema, warmth, palpable cord]. Differential diagnosis includes deep vein thrombosis (DVT), superficial thrombophlebitis, muscle strain, cellulitis, and Baker's cyst. D-dimer level [result]. Venous duplex ultrasound of the [affected area] ordered and reveals [ultrasound findings, e.g., presence of thrombus, noncompressibility of vein]. Assessment: Acute venous thrombosis, likely [DVT/superficial thrombophlebitis] affecting the [specific vein, e.g., femoral vein, great saphenous vein]. Risk factors for venous thromboembolism (VTE) assessed and include [list risk factors, e.g., recent surgery, prolonged immobility, oral contraceptives, family history]. Plan: Patient educated on the signs and symptoms of pulmonary embolism (PE). Treatment initiated with [anticoagulation therapy, e.g., rivaroxaban, apixaban, warfarin] at a dose of [dosage] for [duration]. Compression therapy with [type of compression, e.g., graduated compression stockings, elastic bandages] recommended. Patient advised to [activity level recommendations, e.g., ambulate frequently, avoid prolonged sitting or standing]. Follow-up appointment scheduled in [timeframe] to monitor treatment response and assess for complications. ICD-10 code [appropriate code, e.g., I80.1, I80.2, I80.3] and CPT codes [appropriate codes for ultrasound and other procedures] will be used for billing.