ICD Code J98.11

ICD code J98.11 is atelectasis, which refers to the partial or complete collapse of a part of the lung, reducing its ability to exchange air.

1. Evidence of partial or complete collapse of lung tissue on imaging studies (e.g., chest X-ray, CT scan)

2. Presence of decreased breath sounds or dullness to percussion on physical examination

3. Symptoms such as shortness of breath, cough, or chest discomfort

4. Identification of risk factors such as recent surgery, immobility, or underlying lung disease

5. Exclusion of other causes of similar radiographic or clinical findings (e.g., pneumonia, pleural effusion)

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code J98.11 include:

- 94010 (Breathing capacity test)

- 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)

- 31720 (Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, with or without fluoroscopic guidance; with removal of foreign body or mucus plug)

- 32551 (Tube thoracostomy, includes water seal)

- 32554 (Thoracentesis, puncture of pleural cavity for aspiration, initial or subsequent)

These CPT codes should be selected based on the specific clinical scenario and physician documentation.

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