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I49.3

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Ventricular premature depolarization

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

What This Code Means

Extra heartbeats that start in the lower chambers of the heart before the normal heartbeat occurs, which may cause palpitations or chest discomfort.

Coding Tips

  • •Specify whether these are unifocal or multifocal if documented, as this affects clinical significance
  • •Note if PVCs are frequent, coupled, or in runs, as this influences treatment decisions

Code Hierarchy

└I49Other cardiac arrhythmias└I49.3Ventricular premature depolarization
└I49.3Ventricular premature depolarization

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