ICD Code J20

ICD code J20 is acute bronchitis, which refers to the sudden onset of inflammation of the bronchial tubes in the lungs, usually caused by an infection.

1. Acute onset of cough

2. Absence of pneumonia on chest radiograph

3. Presence of at least one additional lower respiratory tract symptom (e.g., sputum production, wheezing, chest discomfort, or shortness of breath)

4. Symptoms lasting less than three weeks

5. No evidence of chronic pulmonary disease as the primary cause

6. No alternative diagnosis explaining the symptoms (e.g., sinusitis, pharyngitis, or asthma exacerbation)

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code J20 include:

- 99201–99215 (Office or other outpatient evaluation and management services)

- 94010 (Spirometry, including graphic record)

- 94640 (Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction)

- 94664 (Demonstration and/or evaluation of patient utilization of an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or IPPB device)

- 36415 (Collection of venous blood by venipuncture)

- 87070 (Culture, bacterial; any other source except urine, blood or stool)

- 87880 (Detection test by immunoassay with direct optical observation)

CPT code selection should be based on the specific services rendered and clinical documentation.

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