ICD Code J98.01

ICD code J98.01 is acute bronchospasm, which refers to a sudden constriction of the muscles in the walls of the bronchioles, causing narrowing of the airways and difficulty breathing.

1. Sudden onset of wheezing

2. Shortness of breath

3. Chest tightness

4. Cough

5. Evidence of reversible airway obstruction on physical exam or spirometry

6. Absence of underlying chronic pulmonary disease as the primary cause

7. Symptoms triggered by allergens, irritants, exercise, or respiratory infections

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code J98.01 include:

- 94010 (Spirometry, including graphic record, total and timed vital capacity, expiratory flow rate measurement(s), with or without maximal voluntary ventilation)

- 94640 (Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction or for sputum induction for diagnostic purposes)

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

- 96372 (Therapeutic, prophylactic, or diagnostic injection; subcutaneous or intramuscular)

- 99201–99215 (Evaluation and management services, new or established patient office visits, depending on complexity and time)

- 36415 (Collection of venous blood by venipuncture, if lab work is indicated)

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