Cerebral infrc due to embolism of bi ant cerebral arteries

This code identifies an ischemic stroke resulting from a blockage caused by an embolus (a traveling clot or other material) specifically affecting both the right and left anterior cerebral arteries. This leads to tissue death (infarction) in the brain regions supplied by these arteries.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states a cerebral infarction due to an embolic event impacting both anterior cerebral arteries. Supporting documentation should include imaging reports (e.g., MRI, CT) confirming infarction and a physician's diagnosis specifying the embolic etiology and bilateral anterior cerebral artery involvement.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "bilateral" involvement of the anterior cerebral arteries.
• Distinguish from thrombotic occlusions; this code is specific to embolic events.
• Sequence this code as the principal diagnosis if it is the primary reason for the encounter, followed by any underlying conditions contributing to the embolism.