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ICD10 code of Idiopathic Subglottic Stenosis and ICD9 code
What is the ICD10 code for Idiopathic Subglottic Stenosis? And the ICD9 code for Idiopathic Subglottic Stenosis?
ICD10 code: The ICD10 code for Idiopathic Subglottic Stenosis is J38.1. This code is used to classify and document this specific condition in medical records and billing systems.
ICD9 code: The ICD9 code for Idiopathic Subglottic Stenosis is 478.74. This code was used prior to the implementation of ICD10 and is no longer in use for new medical records and billing purposes.
Idiopathic Subglottic Stenosis is a condition characterized by the narrowing of the airway just below the vocal cords, without any known cause. In the International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision (ICD-10), the specific code for this condition is J95.3. The code J95 refers to other diseases of the respiratory system, and the .3 extension indicates the subglottic stenosis subtype.
In the previous version, the ICD-9 code for Idiopathic Subglottic Stenosis was 478.74. This code was part of the 478 category, which included other diseases of the larynx.
Idiopathic Subglottic Stenosis predominantly affects women of childbearing age, although it can also occur in men and children. The condition is characterized by symptoms such as difficulty breathing, hoarseness, and a chronic cough. The narrowing of the airway can lead to respiratory distress and, in severe cases, may require surgical intervention to alleviate the obstruction.
It is important for healthcare professionals to accurately code and document this condition to ensure proper diagnosis, treatment, and reimbursement. By utilizing the appropriate ICD-10 code, medical providers can contribute to accurate data collection and facilitate further research on this rare and enigmatic condition.
In the previous version, the ICD-9 code for Idiopathic Subglottic Stenosis was 478.74. This code was part of the 478 category, which included other diseases of the larynx.
Idiopathic Subglottic Stenosis predominantly affects women of childbearing age, although it can also occur in men and children. The condition is characterized by symptoms such as difficulty breathing, hoarseness, and a chronic cough. The narrowing of the airway can lead to respiratory distress and, in severe cases, may require surgical intervention to alleviate the obstruction.
It is important for healthcare professionals to accurately code and document this condition to ensure proper diagnosis, treatment, and reimbursement. By utilizing the appropriate ICD-10 code, medical providers can contribute to accurate data collection and facilitate further research on this rare and enigmatic condition.
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