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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Exertional Dyspnea

ICD-10 Coding for Exertional Dyspnea

R06.09

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

Also Known as:
Dyspnea on Exertion
Exertional Breathlessness
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Exertional Dyspnea

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Exertional Dyspnea

Use ICD-10 code R06.09 for other forms of dyspnea, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Other forms of dyspnea

Billable Code
R06.09
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Patient experiences dyspnea specifically during physical activity.
coding:
  • • Ensure the underlying condition is coded first.
documentation:
  • • Document specific exertion triggers and relief by rest.

Applicable To

  • • Dyspnea on exertion
  • • Exertional breathlessness

Important Notes

  • • Always document the specific activity causing dyspnea and the underlying condition.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

J44.1

COPD with acute exacerbation

Use when exertional dyspnea is due to COPD exacerbation.

I50.9

Heart failure, unspecified

Use when exertional dyspnea is due to heart failure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for exertional dyspnea?

The ICD-10 code for exertional dyspnea is R06.09, which covers other forms of dyspnea including dyspnea on exertion.

When should R06.09 be used?

Use R06.09 when dyspnea is specifically triggered by exertion and documented as such. Always code the underlying condition first.

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