What is the ICD-10 code for pulmonic regurgitation?

The ICD-10 code for pulmonic regurgitation is I37.1, used when the condition is confirmed as the primary pathology.

How is pulmonic regurgitation documented?

Document pulmonic regurgitation with specific echocardiogram findings and link to pulmonary hypertension if present.

ICD-10 Coding for Pulmonic Regurgitation Bleeding(I37.1, I27.0, I27.9)

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Learn about ICD-10 coding for pulmonic regurgitation bleeding, including documentation requirements and common pitfalls.

Also known as:

Pulmonary Valve InsufficiencyPR Bleeding

Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Pulmonic Regurgitation Bleeding

I00-I99Primary Range

Diseases of the circulatory system

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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
I37.1	Pulmonary valve insufficiency	Use when pulmonic regurgitation is confirmed as the primary pathology.	Echocardiogram showing diastolic flow reversal in pulmonary artery Documentation of 'pulmonic valve regurgitation'
J95.2	Acute pulmonary insufficiency following nonthoracic surgery	Use only for post-surgical complications not related to valve issues.	Non-thoracic surgery with ≥2 failed extubation attempts and O2 >72hrs

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Nonrheumatic pulmonary valve insufficiency

I37.1Billable

Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Mitral valve insufficiencyI34.1

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting Pulmonic Regurgitation Bleeding.

Vague documentation of valve issues.

Impact

Clinical: Leads to misdiagnosis and improper treatment., Regulatory: Non-compliance with documentation standards., Financial: Potential for denied claims and revenue loss.

Mitigation

Train staff on specific terminology., Use documentation templates.

Using J95.2 for non-surgical pulmonic regurgitation.

Impact

Reimbursement: Incorrect DRG assignment leading to reimbursement errors., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines., Data Quality: Inaccurate clinical data representation.

Mitigation

Use I37.1 for valve-related issues.

Incorrect Code Usage

Impact

Using surgical complication codes for non-surgical conditions.

Mitigation

Regular training on code differentiation and documentation requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Primary Code

I37.1

Nonrheumatic pulmonary valve insufficiency

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