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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Exertional Shortness of Breath

ICD-10 Coding for Exertional Shortness of Breath

R06.02

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

Also Known as:
Exertional Dyspnea
Shortness of Breath on Exertion
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Exertional Shortness of Breath

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Exertional Shortness of Breath

Use ICD-10 code R06.02 for shortness of breath, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Shortness of breath

Billable Code
R06.02
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Patient experiences SOB after walking short distances or climbing stairs.
documentation:
  • • Documented evidence of SOB during exertion without other primary conditions.

Applicable To

  • • Exertional shortness of breath

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation clearly links SOB to exertion and excludes other primary conditions.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

J44.1

COPD with (acute) exacerbation

Use when exertional SOB is a symptom of COPD exacerbation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for exertional shortness of breath?

The ICD-10 code for exertional shortness of breath is R06.02, used when SOB occurs specifically during exertion without an underlying condition.

How to document exertional shortness of breath?

Document exertional SOB by specifying the activity causing SOB, changes in oxygen saturation, and any related symptoms.

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