ICD Code R06

ICD code R06 is abnormalities of breathing, including symptoms such as shortness of breath, rapid breathing, and other irregularities in respiratory patterns.

1. Presence of abnormal breathing patterns

2. Observation of shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

3. Audible wheezing or noisy respiration

4. Rapid or shallow breathing episodes

5. Patient reports of labored or irregular breathing

6. Clinical documentation of respiratory distress without a more specific diagnosis

7. Symptoms not attributable to a known respiratory disease or condition

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code R06 include:

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

- 94060 (Bronchodilation responsiveness, spirometry as in 94010, pre- and post-bronchodilator administration)

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

- 94760 (Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination)

- 99201–99215 (Evaluation and management services, new or established patient office or other outpatient visit)

- 31500 (Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure)

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

These CPT codes are commonly associated with the management and evaluation of patients with ICD code R06.

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