ICD-10-CM · I65.23
ICD-10 I65.23: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Bilateral carotid disease.
Code
I65.23
Category
Diseases of the circulatory system (I00-I99)
Clinical context
Bilateral carotid disease.
Documentation requirements
- Duplex US findings
- % stenosis
Common related procedures
- 93882 carotid duplex
- CEA/CAS evaluation
Common payer denial patterns
- CEA NCD criteria apply for asymptomatic
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10 I65.23 mean?
Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
When is this code documented?
Bilateral carotid disease.
What documentation supports this code?
Duplex US findings; % stenosis.
What are common denials associated with this diagnosis?
CEA NCD criteria apply for asymptomatic.
Related diagnoses
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