Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
ICD-10 Code: I11.9 · Body Part: Head/Brain (TBI)
QME Evaluation Process
Echocardiogram for LVH, stress testing, functional assessment. Chapter 3 cardiovascular impairment. Evaluate work-related stress contribution.
Typical Impairment Rating
10-35% WPI
AMA Guides Edition
5th Edition
Common Treatments
Related Conditions
Body Part Guide
Head/Brain (TBI) Evaluation Guide
Impairment rating methods, common conditions, and QME evaluation protocols
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What is Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure (I11.9)?
Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure is an ICD-10 diagnosis code (I11.9) classified under Internal Medicine conditions. It affects the Head/Brain (TBI) and is commonly encountered in California workers' compensation claims. QME physicians evaluate this condition using AMA Guides 5th Edition protocols.
How is I11.9 rated for impairment?
The typical whole person impairment (WPI) range for Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure is 10-35% WPI. The exact rating depends on clinical findings, imaging, and the evaluation method (DRE or ROM) chosen by the QME physician per AMA Guides 5th Edition.
What is the QME evaluation process for I11.9?
Echocardiogram for LVH, stress testing, functional assessment. Chapter 3 cardiovascular impairment. Evaluate work-related stress contribution.
What treatments are common for Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure?
Common treatments for Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure include Antihypertensive medication, Cardiac monitoring, Lifestyle modification. Treatment appropriateness and outcomes are considered during the QME evaluation when determining permanent and stationary status and apportionment.