Mild intermittent asthma
ICD-10 J45.2 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of mild intermittent asthma.
Mild intermittent asthma (J45.2) is characterized by occasional asthma symptoms that occur less than twice a week and do not interfere with normal activities. Patients may experience shortness of breath, wheezing, and chest tightness, typically triggered by allergens, respiratory infections, or environmental factors. The respiratory system, particularly the bronchi and bronchioles, is primarily affected, leading to reversible airway obstruction due to bronchial hyperreactivity and inflammation. Disease progression can vary; while some patients may remain stable with infrequent symptoms, others may experience worsening episodes requiring intervention. Diagnostic considerations include a thorough patient history, physical examination, and spirometry to assess lung function. Peak flow monitoring may also be utilized to evaluate variability in airflow. It is crucial to differentiate mild intermittent asthma from other asthma classifications, such as mild persistent asthma (J45.3), which involves more frequent symptoms and requires a different management approach.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
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Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
J45.2 covers mild intermittent asthma, characterized by symptoms occurring less than twice a week without significant limitations on daily activities. It is essential to document the frequency and severity of symptoms to support this diagnosis.
J45.2 should be used when the patient exhibits infrequent asthma symptoms that do not occur more than twice a week. If symptoms are more frequent or persistent, codes like J45.3 or J45.4 should be considered.
Documentation should include a detailed history of asthma symptoms, frequency of episodes, triggers, and any spirometry results that indicate normal lung function between episodes.
