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ICD-10 Coding for Heart Failure with Mid-Range Ejection Fraction and Multi-Infarct Dementia(I50.23, F01.C11)

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for Heart Failure with Mid-Range Ejection Fraction and Multi-Infarct Dementia. Includes clinical validation requirements, documentation requirements, and coding pitfalls.

Also known as:

HFmrEFVascular DementiaMid-Range Ejection Fraction Heart Failure

Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Heart Failure with Mid-Range Ejection Fraction and Multi-Infarct Dementia

I50.2-I50.4Primary Range

Heart failure codes including systolic, diastolic, and combined heart failure

Covers heart failure with mid-range ejection fraction, coded as systolic heart failure.

F01.-Primary Range

Vascular dementia codes

Covers multi-infarct dementia, a type of vascular dementia.

Code Comparison: When to Use Each Code

Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection

CodeDescriptionWhen to UseKey Documentation
I50.23Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failureUse when EF is documented as 41-49% and symptoms of heart failure are present.
  • Ejection fraction between 41-49% confirmed by echocardiogram
  • Symptoms such as fatigue, dyspnea, and edema
F01.C11Vascular dementia, severe, with behavioral disturbanceUse when there is evidence of multiple infarcts and documented behavioral disturbances.
  • MRI/CT evidence of multiple infarcts
  • Documented cognitive decline and behavioral symptoms

Clinical Decision Support

Always review the patient's clinical documentation thoroughly. When in doubt, choose the more specific code and ensure documentation supports it.

Key Information: ICD-10 code for heart failure with mid-range ejection fraction

Essential facts and insights about Heart Failure with Mid-Range Ejection Fraction and Multi-Infarct Dementia

Heart failure with mid-range ejection fraction is coded as I50.23, indicating systolic heart failure with EF 41-49%.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes for heart failure with multiple infarct dementia range ejection fraction

Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Billable Code

Decision Criteria

clinical Criteria

  • EF between 41-49% with heart failure symptoms

Applicable To

  • Heart failure with mid-range ejection fraction (HFmrEF)

Excludes

  • Diastolic heart failure (I50.3-)
  • Unspecified heart failure (I50.9)

Clinical Validation Requirements

  • Ejection fraction between 41-49% confirmed by echocardiogram
  • Symptoms such as fatigue, dyspnea, and edema

Code-Specific Risks

  • Misclassification as diastolic heart failure
  • Use of unspecified codes

Coding Notes

  • Ensure EF is documented within the specified range to avoid miscoding.

Differential Codes

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

Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

I50.32
Use when EF is ≥50% and diastolic dysfunction is documented.

Unspecified dementia with behavioral disturbance

F03.91
Use when the type of dementia is not specified or confirmed.

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common documentation and coding issues when documenting Heart Failure with Mid-Range Ejection Fraction and Multi-Infarct Dementia to ensure proper reimbursement, maintain compliance, and reduce audit risk. These guidelines are particularly important when using ICD-10 code I50.23.

Impact

Clinical: Inaccurate heart failure management, Regulatory: Non-compliance with coding standards, Financial: Reduced reimbursement

Mitigation Strategy

Ensure EF is documented in all heart failure cases, Train staff on importance of EF documentation

Impact

Clinical: Misrepresentation of patient condition, Regulatory: Non-compliance with coding guidelines, Financial: Potential claim denials

Mitigation Strategy

Document specific type of dementia, Include imaging findings in records

Impact

Reimbursement: Lower reimbursement due to unspecified coding, Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines, Data Quality: Poor data quality affecting clinical decision-making

Mitigation Strategy

Document EF and specify type of heart failure to use specific codes.

Impact

Reimbursement: Potential denial of claims, Compliance: Non-compliance with documentation standards, Data Quality: Inaccurate representation of patient condition

Mitigation Strategy

Ensure MRI/CT findings are included in the medical record.

Impact

Inadequate documentation of EF leading to miscoding

Mitigation Strategy

Regular audits of echocardiogram reports and clinical notes

Impact

Lack of imaging evidence for vascular dementia

Mitigation Strategy

Ensure all dementia diagnoses are supported by imaging

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 Heart Failure with Mid-Range Ejection Fraction and Multi-Infarct Dementia, with expert answers to help guide accurate code selection and documentation.

Documentation Templates for Heart Failure with Mid-Range Ejection Fraction and Multi-Infarct Dementia

Use these documentation templates to ensure complete and accurate documentation for Heart Failure with Mid-Range Ejection Fraction and Multi-Infarct Dementia. These templates include all required elements for proper coding and billing.

Patient with HFmrEF and vascular dementia

Specialty: Cardiology and Neurology

Required Elements

  • Ejection fraction percentage
  • Heart failure symptoms
  • Imaging findings
  • Cognitive and behavioral assessments

Example Documentation

Patient presents with chronic systolic heart failure (EF 45%) and vascular dementia with MRI evidence of multiple infarcts.

Examples: Poor vs. Good Documentation

Poor Documentation Example
Patient has heart failure and dementia.
Good Documentation Example
Patient diagnosed with chronic systolic heart failure (EF 45%) and vascular dementia due to multiple infarcts on MRI.
Explanation
The good example provides specific EF, type of heart failure, and imaging evidence for dementia.

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