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I42.2

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Other hypertrophic cardiomyopathy

HCC Category Mapping

V28HCC 227Cardiomyopathy
0.339
V24HCC 85Congestive Heart Failure
0.368
ESRDHCC 85Congestive Heart Failure
0.000
RxHCCHCC 186Heart Failure
0.000

What This Code Means

A condition where the heart muscle becomes abnormally thick without obstructing blood flow, which can affect the heart's ability to relax and fill properly.

Coding Tips

  • Distinguish between obstructive (I42.1) and non-obstructive forms based on hemodynamic findings
  • Document any associated conditions such as hypertension or aortic stenosis

Clinical Significance

Other (non-obstructive) hypertrophic cardiomyopathy involves abnormal thickening of the heart muscle without obstructing blood flow from the left ventricle. While generally less dangerous than the obstructive form, it still carries risk of arrhythmias, diastolic dysfunction, and sudden cardiac death. Ongoing monitoring and potential device therapy may be required.

Documentation Requirements

  • Provider diagnosis of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, non-obstructive type
  • Echocardiographic findings showing ventricular hypertrophy without outflow tract obstruction
  • Documentation distinguishing from obstructive form (I42.1)
  • Assessment for arrhythmia risk and sudden cardiac death risk factors
  • Family history screening and genetic counseling documentation

Commonly Confused Codes

Code Hierarchy

I42CardiomyopathyI42.2Other hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
I42.2Other hypertrophic cardiomyopathy

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