Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for copd with chronic bronchitis includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for COPD with Chronic Bronchitis
Use ICD-10 code J44.89 for other specified chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Use when there is documented smoking history.
Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Use with J44.0 if acute bronchitis is documented.
The ICD-10 code for COPD with chronic bronchitis is J44.89 for obstructive cases. If there is an acute exacerbation, use J44.1.
For COPD with acute exacerbation, use ICD-10 code J44.1. Ensure documentation specifies the exacerbation details.