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

ICD-10 Coding for Emphysema with COPD

J43.9
J44.1

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

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

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

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:
  • • Presence of emphysematous changes on imaging
coding:
  • • Documentation specifies emphysema as part of COPD

Applicable To

  • • COPD with emphysema

Important Notes

  • • Emphysema is considered more specific than general COPD, thus J43.9 is prioritized.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with acute exacerbation

Billable Code
J44.1
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Increased dyspnea, wheezing, or sputum production
  • • Requirement for additional treatment such as nebulizers

Applicable To

  • • COPD exacerbation

Important Notes

  • • Exacerbation codes should be prioritized when documented.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z87.891

Personal history of nicotine dependence

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The ICD-10 code for emphysema with COPD is J43.9, which is used when emphysema is documented as part of COPD.

Can J43.9 and J44.9 be coded together?

No, when emphysema is documented, only J43.9 should be used, not in combination with J44.9.

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