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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Apical Emphysema

ICD-10 Coding for Apical Emphysema

J43.8
J44.0

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

Also Known as:
COPD Type Apical
Upper Lobe-Predominant Emphysema
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Apical Emphysema

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Apical Emphysema

Use ICD-10 code J43.8 for other emphysema, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Other emphysema

Billable Code
J43.8
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Documentation must specify 'apical' or 'upper lobe-predominant' emphysema.

Applicable To

  • • Apical emphysema
  • • Paraseptal emphysema

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the type of emphysema to avoid using unspecified codes.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with acute lower respiratory infection

Billable Code
J44.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Use when COPD is documented with an acute lower respiratory infection.

Important Notes

  • • Ensure acute infection is documented alongside COPD.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z87.891

Personal history of nicotine dependence

Use to indicate history of smoking, which is relevant for emphysema.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to code COPD with apical emphysema?

Code J43.8 for apical emphysema, even if COPD is documented, as per 2024 guidelines.

What is the ICD-10 code for apical emphysema?

The ICD-10 code for apical emphysema is J43.8, classified under 'Other emphysema'.

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