ICD Guidelines Ch. 10 Diseases of Respiratory System Flashcards
1
Q
An acute exacerbation is a worsening of a chronic condition
A
Acute Exacerbation of COPD & Asthma
J44- J45 ( asthma uncomplicated and complicated)
2
Q
A severe intractable episodes of asthma thats unresponsive to normal therapeutic measures
A
Asthmaticus
J45 (asthma uncomplicated & complicated)
3
Q
They are distinguished between uncomplicated or exacerbation (worsening)
A
COPD & Asthma
4
Q
Acute respiratory failure as
A
principle/ primary dx when warranted
5
Q
Code only cases of influenza viruses w/
A
confirmed cases
6
Q
Ventilator associated pneumonia (VAP) only coded when
A
dx
