![]() Code I48.19, Other persistent atrial fibrillation, should be assigned. Chronic persistent AF has no widely accepted clinical definition or meaning.Chronic AF, unspecified (I48.20) may refer to any persistent, longstanding persistent or permanent AF.Permanent AF (I48.21) is persistent or longstanding persistent AF where cardioversion cannot or will not be performed, or is not indicated.Persistent AF (I48.11) describes AF that does not terminate within seven days, or that requires repeat pharmacological or electrical cardioversion.ICD-10-CM AF CodesĪccording to ICD-10-CM guidelines, these four unique codes describe the types of AF: This information is from the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting and the resources listed below. Below are resources for coding and documenting atrial fibrillation (AF). High quality documentation and complete, accurate coding may help capture our members’ health status and promote continuity of care. Let us know what you think by emailing our editorial staff. Additional articles in the series will run throughout the year. ![]() This month we are featuring documentation and coding information on atrial fibrillation and diabetes mellitus. In response, our Coding Compliance department has identified resources to help providers accurately code and document patient conditions. In our annual Blue Review readership survey, many of you asked for more articles on coding. February 2021 Documentation and Coding Series: Atrial Fibrillation
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