J43
Non-billableEmphysema
Emphysema
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
Excludes 2
Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both
- •certain conditions originating in the perinatal periodP04-P96
- •certain infectious and parasitic diseasesA00-B99
- •complications of pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperiumO9A)O00
- •congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalitiesQ00-Q99
- •endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseasesE00-E88
- •injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causesS00-T88
- •neoplasmsC00-D49
- •smoke inhalationT59.81
- •symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classifiedR00-R94
- •cystic fibrosisE84
- •emphysema with chronic (obstructive) bronchitisJ44
- •emphysematous (obstructive) bronchitisJ44
- •traumatic subcutaneous emphysemaT79.7
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Child Codes (5)
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ICD-11 Equivalents(1)
ICD-11 Equivalents
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Also Known As / Clinical Terms(19)
UMLS
- EMPHYSEMA PULMC0034067
- EMPHYSEMAS PULMC0034067
- EmphysemaC0034067
- Emphysema (lung)(pulmonary) NOSC0034067
- Emphysema of lungC0034067
- Emphysema pulmonaryC0034067
- Emphysema, PulmonaryC0034067
- Emphysema, unspecifiedC0034067
- Emphysemas, PulmonaryC0034067
- PULM EMPHYSEMAC0034067
- PULM EMPHYSEMASC0034067
- PneumonectasisC0034067
- Pulmonary EmphysemaC0034067
- Pulmonary EmphysemasC0034067
- Pulmonary emphysemaC0034067
- Pulmonary emphysema (disorder)C0034067
- emphysemaC0034067
- lung emphysemaC0034067
- pulmonary emphysemaC0034067
Related ICF Categories(39)
The ICF Core Set for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease identifies functioning domains commonly assessed with this condition.
Energy and drive functions
Sleep functions
Emotional functions
Sensation of pain
Heart functions
Immunological system functions
Respiration functions
Additional functions of the respiratory system
Exercise tolerance functions
Sensations associated with cardiovascular and respiratory functions
Carrying out daily routine
Handling stress and other psychological demands
Changing basic body position
Maintaining body position
Walking
Moving around
Using transportation
Driving
Washing oneself
Caring for body parts
Toileting
Dressing
Eating
Doing housework
Acquiring, keeping and terminating a job
Remunerative employment
Community life
Recreation and leisure
Products or substances for personal consumption
Climate
Immediate family
Health professionals
Individual attitudes of immediate family members
Individual attitudes of health professionals
Societal attitudes
Transportation services, systems and policies
Social security services, systems and policies
General social support services, systems and policies
Health services, systems and policies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for emphysema?
The ICD-10-CM code for emphysema is J43. The full clinical description is "Emphysema". J43 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code J43 mean?
ICD-10-CM code J43 represents “Emphysema”. It is classified under Chapter 10: Diseases of the Respiratory System and is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is J43 a billable code?
No, J43 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 5 child codes under J43.
What chapter is J43 in?
J43 is in Chapter 10: Diseases of the Respiratory System (codes J00-J99).
What codes cannot be used with J43?
J43 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: bronchitis due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapors (J68.0); compensatory emphysema (J98.3); emphysema due to inhalation of chemicals, gases, fumes or vapors (J68.4); and 4 more.
What are the subcategories under J43?
J43 has 5 child codes, including: J43.0 (Unilateral pulmonary emphysema [MacLeod's syndrome]), J43.1 (Panlobular emphysema), J43.2 (Centrilobular emphysema), J43.8 (Other emphysema), and 1 more.
Are additional codes required with J43?
Yes, when using J43, also report: code, where applicable, to identify:; exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (Z77.22); exposure to tobacco smoke in the perinatal period (P96.81); history of tobacco dependence (Z87.891); occupational exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (Z57.31); tobacco dependence (F17.-); tobacco use (Z72.0).
What are the UMLS CUIs for J43?
J43 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0034067. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
What ICF functioning codes are related to emphysema?
The ICF Core Set for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease includes 39 functioning categories covering body functions, activities, and environmental factors commonly assessed with this condition. Browse the ICF directory.
What is the ICD-11 equivalent of J43?
J43 maps to the ICD-11 code: CA21.Z (Emphysema, unspecified).
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