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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for End-Stage COPD

ICD-10 Coding for End-Stage COPD

J44.9
J96.12

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

Also Known as:
End-Stage Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Advanced COPD
Severe COPD
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for End-Stage COPD

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for End-Stage COPD

Use ICD-10 code J44.9 for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

Billable Code
J44.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Spirometry showing FEV1 <30%
  • • Clinical documentation of end-stage status

Applicable To

  • • Chronic obstructive airway disease
  • • Chronic obstructive lung disease

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'end-stage' and any associated complications.

Chronic respiratory failure with hypercapnia

Billable Code
J96.12
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • ABG showing pCO2 >55 mmHg
  • • Chronic respiratory symptoms documented

Applicable To

  • • Chronic respiratory failure with CO2 retention

Important Notes

  • • Link to COPD codes for comprehensive documentation.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z99.11

Dependence on respirator

Use when the patient is dependent on mechanical ventilation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for end-stage COPD?

The ICD-10 code for end-stage COPD is J44.9, often used with additional codes like J96.12 for chronic respiratory failure.

How do you document end-stage COPD?

Document end-stage COPD by specifying FEV1 <30%, chronic respiratory symptoms, and any complications like respiratory failure.

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