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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Tracheobronchomalacia

ICD-10 Coding for Tracheobronchomalacia

Q32.2
J39.8
J98.09

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

Also Known as:
TBM
Airway malacia
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Tracheobronchomalacia

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Tracheobronchomalacia

Use ICD-10 code Q32.2 for congenital bronchomalacia, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Congenital bronchomalacia

Billable Code
Q32.2
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Confirmed congenital airway malformation via imaging

Applicable To

  • • Congenital tracheobronchomalacia

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies congenital origin and any associated anomalies.

Other diseases of upper respiratory tract

Billable Code
J39.8
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • History of prolonged intubation or external trauma
  • • Bronchoscopy showing acquired airway collapse

Applicable To

  • • Acquired tracheobronchomalacia

Important Notes

  • • Document the cause of acquired TBM and any associated conditions.

Other diseases of trachea

Billable Code
J98.09
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Bronchoscopy or CT scan showing airway collapse without clear etiology

Applicable To

  • • Unspecified tracheobronchomalacia

Important Notes

  • • Avoid using this code if the specific cause of TBM is identified.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Q79.6

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome

Use when TBM is associated with connective tissue disorders.

J44.9

COPD, unspecified

Use when TBM coexists with chronic bronchitis or emphysema.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for congenital tracheobronchomalacia?

The ICD-10 code for congenital tracheobronchomalacia is Q32.2, used for cases confirmed by imaging.

How is acquired tracheobronchomalacia coded?

Acquired tracheobronchomalacia is coded as J39.8, typically due to factors like prolonged intubation.

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