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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Oxygen Use

ICD-10 Coding for Oxygen Use

J96.11
Z99.81

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

Also Known as:
Supplemental Oxygen Therapy
Oxygen Dependence
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Oxygen Use

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Oxygen Use

Use ICD-10 code J96.11 for chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

Billable Code
J96.11
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Chronic symptoms with ABG ≤60 mmHg

Applicable To

  • • Chronic hypoxemia

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies chronicity and hypoxia.

Dependence on supplemental oxygen

Billable Code
Z99.81
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Long-term oxygen therapy

Important Notes

  • • Document the specific oxygen requirements and improvement with therapy.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z99.81

Dependence on supplemental oxygen

Use when documenting the patient's need for supplemental oxygen.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for oxygen use?

The ICD-10 code for oxygen use is Z99.81, indicating dependence on supplemental oxygen without respiratory failure.

When to use J96.11 vs Z99.81?

Use J96.11 for chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia, and Z99.81 for stable oxygen dependence without respiratory failure.

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