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ICD-10-CM Code for Other emphysema J43.8

ICD-10 code J43.8 for Other emphysema is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Diseases of the respiratory system .

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Other emphysema

J43

Excludes1: compensatory emphysema (J98.3)
emphysema due to inhalation of chemicals, gases, fumes or vapors (J68.4)
interstitial emphysema (J98.2)
mediastinal emphysema (J98.2)
neonatal interstitial emphysema (P25.0)
surgical (subcutaneous) emphysema (T81.82)

Excludes2: emphysema with chronic (obstructive) bronchitis (J44.-)
emphysematous (obstructive) bronchitis (J44.-)
traumatic subcutaneous emphysema (T79.7)

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COPD with emphysema
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