Unspecified acute lower respiratory infection
ICD-10 J22 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of unspecified acute lower respiratory infection.
ICD-10 code J22 refers to unspecified acute lower respiratory infection, a category that encompasses a range of acute infections affecting the lower respiratory tract without a specific diagnosis. This code is typically used when a patient presents with symptoms such as cough, difficulty breathing, and chest discomfort, but the exact cause of the infection cannot be determined at the time of diagnosis. Conditions that may fall under this category include viral pneumonia, bronchitis, and other lower respiratory infections that have not been clearly identified. The clinical significance of J22 lies in its ability to capture cases where the underlying etiology is not specified, allowing for appropriate treatment and management of patients while still providing necessary data for healthcare providers and payers.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
J22 includes unspecified acute lower respiratory infections, which may encompass viral pneumonia, acute bronchitis, and other infections affecting the lower respiratory tract without a specific diagnosis.
J22 should be used when a patient presents with acute lower respiratory symptoms, and the specific cause of the infection is not identifiable at the time of diagnosis.
Documentation should include a detailed account of the patient's symptoms, clinical findings, and any relevant history that supports the diagnosis of an unspecified acute lower respiratory infection.
