I36.9
BillableNonrheumatic tricuspid valve disorder, unspecified
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A tricuspid valve disorder that is not caused by rheumatic fever, but the specific type or nature of the valve problem is not clearly documented.
Coding Tips
- •This is an unspecified code; use only when documentation lacks sufficient detail about the tricuspid valve pathology
- •Attempt to obtain clarification from the provider about whether stenosis, insufficiency, or another specific condition is present
Code Hierarchy
└I36Nonrheumatic tricuspid valve disorders└I36.9Nonrheumatic tricuspid valve disorder, unspecified
└I36.9Nonrheumatic tricuspid valve disorder, unspecified