Asked by jessica marzuki on Jun 19, 2024
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What is the correct code for a patient diagnosed with idiopathic hypertension?
A) I10
B) I11
C) R03.0
D) I10.0
Idiopathic Hypertension
High blood pressure with no identifiable cause, also known as primary or essential hypertension.
I10
The ICD-10 code for essential (primary) hypertension, indicating high blood pressure without a known secondary cause.
- Acquire knowledge about the coding of conditions tied to heart rhythm and blood pressure.
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ZK
Zybrea KnightJun 19, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Idiopathic hypertension is classified as essential hypertension, which has the code I10 in the International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision (ICD-10). Therefore, the correct code for a patient diagnosed with idiopathic hypertension is I10.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge about the coding of conditions tied to heart rhythm and blood pressure.