I46.8
BillableCardiac arrest due to other underlying condition
I46.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for Cardiac arrest due to other underlying condition. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
I00-I99 Diseases of the circulatory system
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHWhat is sudden cardiac arrest (SCA)? Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a condition in which the heart suddenly stops beating. When that happens, blood stops flowing to the brain and other vital organs. If it is not treated, SCA usually causes death within minutes. But quick treatment with a defibrillator may be lifesaving. How is sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) different from a heart attack? A heart attack is different…
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