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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Bronchoscopy

ICD-10 Coding for Bronchoscopy

0BC68ZZ
31622

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

Also Known as:
Bronchoscopic examination
Endoscopic bronchial examination
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Bronchoscopy

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Bronchoscopy

Use ICD-10 code 0BC68ZZ for extirpation of matter from right lower lobe bronchus, via natural or artificial opening endoscopic, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Extirpation of matter from right lower lobe bronchus, via natural or artificial opening endoscopic

Non-Billable
0BC68ZZ
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of mucus plugs or foreign body in the right lower lobe bronchus
documentation:
  • • Detailed procedure note specifying bronchus and material

Applicable To

  • • Removal of mucus plugs
  • • Foreign body removal

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the bronchus and material removed.

Diagnostic bronchoscopy

Non-Billable
31622
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Indication for diagnostic evaluation
documentation:
  • • Findings documented

Applicable To

  • • Basic visualization
  • • Fluoroscopy

Important Notes

  • • Ensure the procedure is purely diagnostic without therapeutic intent.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

31627

Computer-assisted navigation for bronchoscopy

Use when navigation technology is employed during the procedure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for bronchoscopy?

The ICD-10-PCS code for bronchoscopy procedures varies based on the specific bronchus or lung lobe involved, such as 0BC68ZZ for extirpation from the right lower lobe bronchus.

When should 31645 be used in bronchoscopy coding?

Use CPT code 31645 for therapeutic bronchoscopy procedures aimed at aspirating obstructions like mucus plugs or foreign bodies.

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