Coronary angioplasty status

This code indicates that a patient has a history of having undergone a coronary angioplasty procedure. It signifies a past intervention to widen narrowed or obstructed coronary arteries, without the placement of a stent or bypass graft. This status reflects a resolved acute issue, but the patient remains under follow-up for their cardiovascular health.

Use this code when documenting a patient's medical history that includes a percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA) without stent insertion. This is appropriate for patients who have had balloon angioplasty only, or other non-stent-based angioplasty techniques. It is often used in follow-up visits for cardiovascular disease management.

• Always review operative reports and patient history to confirm that no stent or graft was placed during the angioplasty.
• Do not use this code if the angioplasty involved the placement of a coronary stent; refer to the Excludes1 note for appropriate coding.
• This code is typically a secondary diagnosis, accompanying codes for underlying cardiovascular conditions.