Asked by mariam saakiani on Jun 03, 2024

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What are the correct codes for a patient diagnosed with hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease without heart failure, stage 4?

A) I13.10, N18.3
B) I13.10, N18.4
C) I13.11, N18.3
D) I13.11, N18.4

Hypertensive Heart

A condition characterized by changes in the heart's structure and function due to high blood pressure.

Chronic Kidney Disease

A long-term medical condition where the kidneys no longer function properly, leading to the accumulation of waste in the body.

Without Heart Failure

A condition or instance in which heart function is maintained without the presence of heart failure symptoms such as shortness of breath, fatigue, and fluid accumulation.

  • Uncover the correct coding for various heart and related conditions.
  • Comprehend the categorization and phases of hypertension along with diseases related to high blood pressure.
  • Identify the influence of hypertension on different organ systems and document it appropriately.
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Zybrea KnightJun 05, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The correct code for hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease without heart failure is I13.10, and for stage 4 chronic kidney disease, the correct code is N18.4. Therefore, the correct codes for this patient would be I13.10, N18.4. None of the other options include both codes for the patient's conditions.