What is the ICD-10 code for a congenital arteriovenous malformation?

The ICD-10 code for a congenital arteriovenous malformation is Q27.3, used for non-cerebral congenital AVMs.

How do you code a cerebral arteriovenous malformation?

For a cerebral arteriovenous malformation without hemorrhage, use ICD-10 code I67.1.

ICD-10 Coding for Arteriovenous Malformation(Q27.3, I60.8, I67.1)

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Explore detailed ICD-10 coding guidelines for arteriovenous malformations, including congenital and cerebral AVMs. Learn about documentation requirements and common coding pitfalls.

Also known as:

AVMVascular Malformationcerebral avm

Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Arteriovenous Malformation

Q00-Q99Primary Range

Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities

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Code Comparison: When to Use Each Code

Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection

Code	Description	When to Use	Key Documentation
Q27.3	Congenital malformations of peripheral vascular system	For congenital AVMs in non-cerebral locations, confirmed by genetic testing or imaging.	Genetic confirmation (e.g. RASA1/EPHB4 variants) Imaging showing direct arteriovenous shunting
I67.1	Cerebral arteriovenous malformation	For acquired or unspecified cerebral AVMs without hemorrhage.	Imaging confirming cerebral AVM without hemorrhage

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Arteriovenous malformation (peripheral)

Q27.3

Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Angiodysplasia of colon with hemorrhageK55.21

Use when imaging confirms angiodysplasia rather than AVM.

Subarachnoid hemorrhage from other intracranial hemorrhageI60.8

Use when AVM results in subarachnoid hemorrhage.

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting Arteriovenous Malformation.

Lack of specificity in AVM documentation.

Impact

Clinical: Inaccurate treatment planning., Regulatory: Non-compliance with coding standards., Financial: Potential for denied claims.

Mitigation

Use templates for documentation., Ensure all relevant details are included.

Misclassification of congenital AVM as acquired.

Impact

Reimbursement: Incorrect DRG assignment affecting payment., Compliance: Potential audit risk due to incorrect code usage., Data Quality: Inaccurate clinical data affecting patient records.

Mitigation

Ensure documentation specifies congenital nature and use Q27.3.

Code specificity

Impact

Using non-specific codes for AVMs.

Mitigation

Ensure documentation includes all required details for specific coding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Documentation requirements, coding pitfalls and FAQs for conditions coded with Q27.3.

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Q27.3

Arteriovenous malformation (peripheral)

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ICD-10 Coding for Arteriovenous Malformation(Q27.3, I60.8, I67.1)

Documentation & Coding Risks

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a congenital arteriovenous malformation?

How do you code a cerebral arteriovenous malformation?

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