Arteriovenous malformation, other site

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies an abnormal, direct connection between an artery and a vein that bypasses the capillary bed, occurring in locations other than the brain, spinal cord, gastrointestinal tract, or lungs. These malformations are congenital and can lead to various symptoms depending on their size and location, such as bleeding, pain, or organ dysfunction.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for documented arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) found in sites like the extremities, liver, kidney, or other visceral organs, when a more specific site-specific AVM code is not available. Documentation should clearly identify the presence of an AVM and specify its anatomical location as "other" or not otherwise specified by a more precise code.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation explicitly states the AVM is not cerebral, spinal, gastrointestinal, or pulmonary, as these have more specific codes.
Always review operative reports, imaging studies, and pathology reports for precise anatomical location.
Consider an additional code to describe any associated symptoms or complications, such as hemorrhage or organ ischemia.

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Code Hierarchy

▲Q27.3Arteriovenous malformation (peripheral)

Q27.39(current)

Crosswalks

747.69ApproxICD-9

Same Category

Q27Other congenital malformations of peripheral vascular system Q27.0Congenital absence and hypoplasia of umbilical artery Q27.1Congenital renal artery stenosis Q27.2Other congenital malformations of renal artery Q27.3Arteriovenous malformation (peripheral)