![]() ![]() Note: When both chronic and persistent afib mentioned code only persistent as per guideline.Rated the number two hospital in New Jersey by U.S. Patient is admitted for an ablation procedure and further checkup. Physician reviewed all the test results and diagnosed as chronic persistent afib. A chest X-ray, blood tests and Electrocardiogram was ordered. Cardiac exam reveals irregularly regular rhythm. Vitals were obtained which showed BP of 88/60 mmHg, pulse 140 BPM and respiratory rate of 24/min. His current medications are metformin, omeprazole, lisinopril and xarelto. He has a history of hypertension, GERD, chronic afib and diabetes. Peter, 67 year old male presents to emergency department with palpitations, shortness of breath and fatigue from past 10 days. Note: Afib with rapid ventricular response (RVR) should be coded as unspecified afib. Physician has prescribed anticoagulants to manage Afib further. An electrocardiogram was performed which shows atrial fibrillation with RVR. Her physical examination shows normal without any evidence of heart or lung abnormalities. Vitals noted as BP of 135/80 mmHg, pulse 120 bpm at rest and BMI 22. Her medication list was reviewed which includes lisinopril and atorvastatin. Patient has a history (Hypertension and High cholesterol). She states her weight is getting increased in the past 3 months. Afib ICD 10 Example 1ħ7 year old female presents for an annual wellness examination.
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