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R29.723

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NIHSS score 23

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

What This Code Means

A score of 23 on the National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS), reflecting moderate to severe stroke-related neurological deficits.

Coding Tips

  • •NIHSS scores in this range typically indicate significant functional impairment requiring intensive monitoring
  • •Verify that the score is documented by a qualified healthcare provider trained in NIHSS administration

Code Hierarchy

└R29Other symptoms and signs involving the nervous and musculoskeletal systems└R29.7National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) score└R29.72NIHSS score 20-29└R29.723NIHSS score 23
└R29.723NIHSS score 23

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