Atrial Enlargement ICD-10-CM Codes

What atrial enlargement ICD codes can I use?

While there are no atrial enlargement ICD codes, you can still use another ICD code for clinical documentation and billing. It is I51.7 - Cardiomegaly. If you’re handling a patient with an enlarged heart, whether the whole heart or some part of it, this is the ICD-10 code you’re looking for. Currently, this is the only ICD-10 code specific to this problem, so you will be relying on this for such cases.

Is this atrial enlargement ICD code billable?

Yes. This atrial enlargement-related ICD-10 code is valid and billable.

Clinical information about atrial enlargement:

• Atrial enlargement is a medical condition in which the heart's atria increase in size due to factors such as high blood pressure, coronary artery disease, or heart valvular disease.
• It is classified into two types: right atrial enlargement, often associated with lung diseases or tricuspid valve disease, and left atrial enlargement, often associated with conditions like mitral valve disease or hypertension.
• Mild and moderate atrial enlargement often exhibit no symptoms, making diagnosing difficult without an echocardiogram or an electrocardiogram (ECG).
• Severe atrial enlargement can lead to palpitations, shortness of breath, chest pain, fatigue, dizziness, or syncope (fainting).
• Treatment for atrial enlargement typically involves addressing the underlying cause, such as controlling blood pressure or managing heart valve disease.
• Regular monitoring and follow-up with a healthcare provider are key in managing atrial enlargement and preventing potential complications.
• Lifestyle modifications such as regular exercise, a balanced diet, limiting alcohol intake, and smoking cessation can also help manage this condition.

Synonyms include:

• Atrial hypertrophy
• Acquired hypertrophy of left cardiac ventricle
• Giant left atrium
• Left atrial enlargement
• Right atrial enlargement
• Right atrial hypertrophy