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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Chronic Cough (R05.3)

ICD-10 Coding for Chronic Cough (R05.3)

R05.3

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for chronic cough (r05.3) includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Persistent Cough
Long-term Cough
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Chronic Cough (R05.3)

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Chronic Cough (R05.3)

Use ICD-10 code R05.3 for chronic cough, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Chronic cough

Billable Code
R05.3
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Cough persists for more than 8 weeks without identifiable cause.
documentation:
  • • Document negative imaging and normal spirometry.

Applicable To

  • • Cough lasting more than 8 weeks

Important Notes

  • • Ensure cough duration is documented as over 8 weeks.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

J44.9

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

Use when chronic cough is associated with COPD.

K21.9

Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

Use when chronic cough is associated with GERD.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for chronic cough?

The ICD-10 code for chronic cough is R05.3, used for coughs lasting more than 8 weeks without an identified cause.

How should chronic cough be documented?

Document the cough's duration, associated symptoms, and results from imaging and spirometry to support the chronic cough diagnosis.

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