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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Pulmonary Emphysema

ICD-10 Coding for Pulmonary Emphysema

J43.0
J43.1
J43.2

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

Also Known as:
Emphysema
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) with Emphysema
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Pulmonary Emphysema

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Pulmonary Emphysema

Use ICD-10 code J43.0 for unilateral pulmonary emphysema (macleod's syndrome), ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Unilateral pulmonary emphysema (MacLeod's syndrome)

Billable Code
J43.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • CT scan shows unilateral lung involvement

Applicable To

  • • MacLeod's syndrome

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies unilateral involvement.

Panlobular emphysema

Billable Code
J43.1
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency

Important Notes

  • • Document genetic testing results if applicable.

Centrilobular emphysema

Billable Code
J43.2
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Smoking-related emphysema

Important Notes

  • • Ensure smoking history is documented.

Emphysema, unspecified

Billable Code
J43.9
Billable

Important Notes

  • • Encourage specificity in documentation to avoid unspecified coding.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for pulmonary emphysema?

The ICD-10 code for unspecified pulmonary emphysema is J43.9. Specific types include J43.0 for unilateral, J43.1 for panlobular, and J43.2 for centrilobular emphysema.

How should emphysema be documented for coding?

Emphysema should be documented with specific type, etiology, and severity. Include CT findings and patient history for accurate coding.

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