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I45.81

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Long QT syndrome

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

What This Code Means

A genetic heart condition where the electrical activity of the heart takes longer than normal to reset, which can cause dangerous irregular heartbeats and fainting.

Coding Tips

  • •Long QT syndrome is often congenital but can be acquired; document the type if known
  • •This condition carries risk for sudden cardiac death and requires careful monitoring

Code Hierarchy

└I45Other conduction disorders└I45.8Other specified conduction disorders└I45.81Long QT syndrome
└I45.81Long QT syndrome

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