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I01.1

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Acute rheumatic endocarditis

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

Inflammation of the inner lining of the heart chambers that develops as a result of acute rheumatic fever, often affecting the heart valves.

Coding Tips

  • •Document which valve(s) are involved if specified, as this may require additional codes
  • •Distinguish from chronic rheumatic endocarditis (I09.1) by confirming acute presentation

Code Hierarchy

└I01Rheumatic fever with heart involvement└I01.1Acute rheumatic endocarditis
└I01.1Acute rheumatic endocarditis

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