Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for moderate persistent asthma includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Moderate Persistent Asthma
Use ICD-10 code J45.40 for moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
Long-term use of inhaled steroids
Use when documenting long-term steroid use for asthma management.
Acute bronchitis
Use when acute bronchitis is the trigger for asthma exacerbation.
The ICD-10 code for moderate persistent asthma is J45.4x, where x indicates the complication status: 0 for uncomplicated, 1 for exacerbation, and 2 for status asthmaticus.
Code J45.41 is used for moderate persistent asthma with an acute exacerbation. Ensure documentation specifies the exacerbation details.