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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Lung Opacity

ICD-10 Coding for Lung Opacity

R91.8
J84.9
J81.0

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

Also Known as:
Pulmonary Opacity
Ground-Glass Opacity
GGO
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Lung Opacity

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Lung Opacity

Use ICD-10 code R91.8 for nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

Billable Code
R91.8
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Opacity observed on imaging without specific diagnosis.
documentation:
  • • Lack of specific etiology in clinical notes.

Applicable To

  • • Nonspecific lung opacity

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies lack of specific etiology before using R91.8.

Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

Billable Code
J84.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • HRCT confirmation
  • • Exclusion of other causes

Applicable To

  • • Interstitial lung disease with GGO pattern

Important Notes

  • • Ensure HRCT findings are documented.

Acute pulmonary edema

Billable Code
J81.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • BNP >500 pg/mL
  • • Clinical signs of fluid overload

Applicable To

  • • Pulmonary edema with alveolar opacities

Important Notes

  • • Document clinical signs and BNP levels.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for lung opacity?

The ICD-10 code for nonspecific lung opacity is R91.8. Use specific codes if the cause of the opacity is identified, such as J84.9 for interstitial lung disease.

How to document lung opacity for coding?

Document the imaging findings, specify the location and characteristics of the opacity, and include any known etiology to ensure accurate coding.

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