J44.9
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Diseases of the respiratory system Billable
Quick Reference
Established COPD diagnosis without current exacerbation or specification of emphysema vs. chronic bronchitis
Clinical Information
When to Use This Code
Established COPD diagnosis without current exacerbation or specification of emphysema vs. chronic bronchitis
Common Clinical Scenarios
- Chronic COPD management visits
- Pulmonary function testing showing obstructive pattern
- COPD on maintenance inhalers
- Chronic dyspnea with smoking history
Documentation Requirements
- Document pulmonary function test results (FEV1/FVC ratio)
- Record GOLD stage (I-IV) if known
- Note current vs. former smoking status
- Document exacerbation status (use J44.0 or J44.1 if in exacerbation)
Coding Guidelines
Inclusion Terms
These terms are included in this code:
COPDChronic obstructive lung diseaseChronic obstructive airways disease
Exclusion Terms
Do NOT use this code for:
- COPD with acute exacerbation (J44.1)
- COPD with acute lower respiratory infection (J44.0)
- Asthma (J45.-)
- Bronchiectasis (J47.-)
Coding Notes
Use J44.1 for acute exacerbation
Use J44.0 for acute lower respiratory infection
Add Z87.891 for history of tobacco use or F17.- for current tobacco use
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Code
J44.9
Category
Diseases of the respiratory system
Billable Status
Billable
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