Cerebral infrc due to thombos of bi ant cerebral arteries

This code signifies an ischemic stroke resulting from a blockage (thrombosis) in both the left and right anterior cerebral arteries. This type of infarction typically affects the frontal lobes, potentially leading to motor deficits, cognitive impairment, and behavioral changes.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates an acute or subacute cerebral infarction caused by thrombosis affecting both anterior cerebral arteries. The physician's notes should specify the laterality as bilateral and the etiology as thrombosis.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "bilateral" anterior cerebral artery involvement.
• Distinguish from embolism (I63.423) or unspecified occlusion (I63.523) of the anterior cerebral arteries.
• Sequence this code as the primary diagnosis when it is the reason for the encounter, followed by any associated neurological deficits.