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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Bronchial Wall Thickening

ICD-10 Coding for Bronchial Wall Thickening

J98.09
J47.9

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for bronchial wall thickening includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Bronchial Thickening
Airway Wall Thickening
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Bronchial Wall Thickening

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Bronchial Wall Thickening

Use ICD-10 code J98.09 for other diseases of bronchus, not elsewhere classified, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Other diseases of bronchus, not elsewhere classified

Billable Code
J98.09
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • CT shows bronchial wall thickening without bronchiectasis.
coding:
  • • No evidence of bronchiectasis or other specific conditions.

Applicable To

  • • Bronchial wall thickening without specific etiology

Important Notes

  • • Ensure CT findings support the use of this code.

Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated

Billable Code
J47.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Broncho-arterial ratio >1:1
  • • Lack of tapering over 2 cm

Applicable To

  • • Bronchial wall thickening with bronchiectasis
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

B96.5

Pseudomonas infection as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere

Use if sputum cultures confirm Pseudomonas infection.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for bronchial wall thickening?

The ICD-10 code for bronchial wall thickening without specific etiology is J98.09. If associated with bronchiectasis, use J47.9.

How is bronchial wall thickening documented?

Document bronchial wall thickening with CT findings, including broncho-arterial ratio and wall thickness measurements.

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