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ICD-10 Coding for Family History of Stroke(Z82.3)

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for Family History of Stroke. Includes clinical validation requirements, documentation requirements, and coding pitfalls.

Also known as:

Family hx of strokeFamily history of cerebrovascular accident

Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Family History of Stroke

Z82-Z99Primary Range

Persons with potential health hazards related to family and personal history and certain conditions influencing health status

This range includes codes for family history of various conditions, including stroke.

Key Information: ICD-10 code for family history of stroke

Essential facts and insights about Family History of Stroke

The ICD-10 code for family history of stroke is Z82.3, used for documenting a family history of cerebrovascular accidents.

Primary ICD-10-CM Code for family history of stroke

Family history of stroke
Billable Code

Decision Criteria

clinical Criteria

  • Family history of stroke in first-degree relatives

documentation Criteria

  • Specify the relationship and type of stroke

Applicable To

  • Family history of cerebrovascular accident

Excludes

  • Personal history of stroke (Z86.73)

Clinical Validation Requirements

  • Documented family history of stroke in first-degree relatives
  • Risk assessment indicating increased stroke risk due to family history

Code-Specific Risks

  • Confusing with personal history codes
  • Using unspecified codes when details are available

Coding Notes

  • Ensure documentation specifies the degree of relationship and type of stroke if known.

Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that should be used in conjunction with the main diagnosis codes when applicable.

Essential (primary) hypertension

I10
Use alongside Z82.3 if the patient has hypertension and a family history of stroke.

Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions to the primary diagnosis.

Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits

Z86.73
Use Z86.73 for personal history of stroke, not family history.

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common documentation and coding issues when documenting Family History of Stroke to ensure proper reimbursement, maintain compliance, and reduce audit risk. These guidelines are particularly important when using ICD-10 code Z82.3.

Impact

Clinical: May lead to inadequate risk assessment., Regulatory: Potential non-compliance with documentation standards., Financial: Could result in denied claims or audits.

Mitigation Strategy

Use structured templates, Train staff on documentation requirements

Impact

Reimbursement: Incorrect coding may lead to denied claims., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines., Data Quality: Inaccurate patient records.

Mitigation Strategy

Verify if the history pertains to the patient or a relative.

Impact

Lack of specific details in family history documentation.

Mitigation Strategy

Implement structured documentation templates.

Documentation errors, coding pitfalls, and audit risks are interconnected aspects of medical coding and billing. Addressing all three areas helps ensure accurate coding, optimal reimbursement, and regulatory compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ICD-10 coding for Family History of Stroke, with expert answers to help guide accurate code selection and documentation.

Documentation Templates for Family History of Stroke

Use these documentation templates to ensure complete and accurate documentation for Family History of Stroke. These templates include all required elements for proper coding and billing.

Preventive visit due to family history of stroke

Specialty: Primary Care

Required Elements

  • Degree of relationship
  • Type of stroke
  • Age at diagnosis
  • Confirmation method

Example Documentation

Family History: Father had ischemic stroke at age 58. Mother died of hemorrhagic stroke at 62.

Examples: Poor vs. Good Documentation

Poor Documentation Example
Family hx of neurological issues
Good Documentation Example
Maternal grandfather and paternal aunt with documented ischemic strokes
Explanation
The good example specifies the relatives and type of stroke, aiding accurate coding.

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