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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for COPD with Emphysema

ICD-10 Coding for COPD with Emphysema

J43.9
J44.9

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

Also Known as:
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease with Emphysema
COPD with Emphysematous Changes
pulmonary emphysema
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for COPD with Emphysema

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for COPD with Emphysema

Use ICD-10 code J43.9 for emphysema, unspecified, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Emphysema, unspecified

Billable Code
J43.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • CT scan confirms emphysema without bronchitis.
coding:
  • • Emphysema is the primary condition documented.

Applicable To

  • • COPD with emphysema

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies emphysema type and absence of chronic bronchitis.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

Billable Code
J44.9
Billable

Applicable To

  • • COPD with chronic bronchitis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure chronic bronchitis is documented if using J44.9.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z87.891

Personal history of nicotine dependence

Use to document smoking history.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for COPD with emphysema?

The ICD-10 code for COPD with emphysema is J43.9, used when emphysema is documented without chronic bronchitis.

When should J44.9 be used instead of J43.9?

Use J44.9 when chronic bronchitis is present alongside COPD, differentiating it from emphysema alone.

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