Mild intermittent asthma with status asthmaticus
ICD-10 J45.22 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of mild intermittent asthma with status asthmaticus.
J45.22 refers to mild intermittent asthma with status asthmaticus, a severe exacerbation of asthma characterized by prolonged and acute respiratory distress. Clinically, patients may present with wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and cough, particularly during nighttime or early morning hours. The anatomy involved includes the bronchial tubes, which become inflamed and constricted, leading to obstructed airflow. Disease progression can vary; while some patients may experience infrequent episodes, others may have more frequent exacerbations that require immediate medical intervention. Diagnostic considerations include a thorough patient history, physical examination, and spirometry to assess lung function. The presence of status asthmaticus indicates a critical condition that necessitates urgent treatment, often involving bronchodilators and corticosteroids to alleviate airway obstruction and inflammation.
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
J45.22 covers patients diagnosed with mild intermittent asthma who experience acute exacerbations classified as status asthmaticus, characterized by severe respiratory distress requiring immediate medical attention.
J45.22 should be used when a patient with mild intermittent asthma presents with a severe exacerbation requiring urgent treatment, distinguishing it from other asthma codes that do not indicate status asthmaticus.
Documentation must include evidence of the patient's asthma history, frequency of exacerbations, treatment provided during the acute episode, and any hospitalizations or emergency interventions required.
