ICD-10 Code for Bronchospasm
The default ICD-10-CM 2027 code for bronchospasm (acute) is J98.01 – Acute bronchospasm. More specific codes depend on the details documented, as listed in the official index (3 codes, 3 billable).
- Main code
J98.01– Acute bronchospasm- Billable
- Yes
Index entries for Bronchospasm
- with
- bronchiolitis, acute –
J21.9 - bronchitis, acute (conditions in J20) – see Bronchitis, acute
- bronchiolitis, acute –
- due to external agent – see condition, respiratory, acute, due to
- exercise induced –
J45.990
How to choose the right code
Start with the main term, then pick the indented subterm that matches the documentation (type, cause, site, laterality, episode of care). Always confirm the code in the tabular list: follow its Excludes1/Excludes2, “code first” and “use additional code” notes, and add a 7th character where required.
Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 alphabetic index.