AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-9 - 1988 Third Quarter
Bronchospasm
Bronchospasm is a component of an acute asthmatic attack and, as such, is included in the code assignments under category 493, Asthma. Refer to the entry for Asthma in the Alphabetic Index where spasmatic attack is an adjectival entry (spasmodic), spasmodic asthma. Bronchospasm mentioned in conjunction with acute exacerbation of COPD is assigned to code 496, Chronic airway obstruction, NEC. Note:As of October 1, 2006, assign 519.11, for acute bronchospasm that is not associated with asthma or bronchitis. Do not assign code 519.1, Other diseases of trachea and bronchus, NEC, for bronchospasm associated with asthma or with...
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Article Overview
This Find-A-Code article reviews coding guidance related to bronchospasm and its relationship to asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and an October 1, 2006 update. It is intended for coding professionals who need to understand how the topic is discussed within the relevant ICD-9-CM categories and the limited circumstances noted in the source.
Why This Topic Matters
Bronchospasm can appear alongside multiple respiratory conditions, so coding references need to distinguish the broader clinical context before assigning codes. This article helps readers recognize the categories and updates discussed in the source without relying on the premium content itself.
What You Will Learn
- How the article frames bronchospasm in relation to respiratory diagnoses
- Which respiratory coding categories and update date are discussed
- How the source distinguishes the topic across different clinical contexts at a high level
- What types of coding reference guidance are included in the entry
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Compliance staff
- Billing specialists
- Health information management professionals
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