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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Simple Chronic Bronchitis

ICD-10 Coding for Simple Chronic Bronchitis

J41.0

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

Also Known as:
Catarrhal Bronchitis
Smoker's Cough
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Simple Chronic Bronchitis

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Simple Chronic Bronchitis

Use ICD-10 code J41.0 for simple chronic bronchitis, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Simple chronic bronchitis

Billable Code
J41.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Chronic cough with clear sputum, no obstruction
documentation:
  • • Explicit mention of 'simple chronic bronchitis'

Applicable To

  • • Catarrhal bronchitis
  • • Smoker's cough

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'simple' to avoid defaulting to J42.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z87.891

Personal history of nicotine dependence

Use to document history of tobacco use when relevant.

F17.2-

Nicotine dependence

Use to document current tobacco dependence.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for simple chronic bronchitis?

The ICD-10 code for simple chronic bronchitis is J41.0, used when the condition is specified as 'simple' and without obstructive features.

How is simple chronic bronchitis documented?

Document as 'simple chronic bronchitis' with clear sputum and include smoking history. Ensure no airflow obstruction is noted on spirometry.

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