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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Chronic Aspiration

ICD-10 Coding for Chronic Aspiration

J68.0
R09.89
K21.9

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

Also Known as:
Chronic Microaspiration
Chronic Aspiration Syndrome
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Chronic Aspiration

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Chronic Aspiration

Use ICD-10 code J68.0 for chronic chemical bronchitis due to gastric acid, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Chronic chemical bronchitis due to gastric acid

Billable Code
J68.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Chronic bronchial inflammation confirmed by diagnostic tests
documentation:
  • • Absence of acute infiltrates on imaging

Applicable To

  • • Chronic bronchial inflammation from gastric aspiration

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies chronic nature and absence of acute infection.

Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems

Billable Code
R09.89
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Chronic cough or dyspnea secondary to recurrent microaspiration

Important Notes

  • • Ensure symptoms are clearly linked to aspiration.

Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

Billable Code
K21.9
Billable

Applicable To

  • • GERD-related aspiration

Important Notes

  • • Document GERD symptoms and diagnostic evidence.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

K21.9

Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

Use when GERD is present and contributes to aspiration.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for chronic aspiration?

The ICD-10 code for chronic aspiration due to gastric acid is J68.0, used when there is chronic bronchial inflammation without active pneumonia.

How is chronic aspiration documented?

Chronic aspiration documentation should include specific terms like 'chronic microaspiration' and diagnostic evidence such as pH testing or imaging results.

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