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J43

Non-billable

Emphysema

J43 is the ICD-10-CM code for Emphysema. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as J43.0 for billing.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
J00-J99
Subcodes
5
Edition
FY2026

J00-J99 Diseases of the respiratory system

Excludes1 — not coded here

  • •compensatory emphysema (J98.3)
  • •interstitial emphysema (J98.2)
  • •mediastinal emphysema (J98.2)
  • •neonatal interstitial emphysema (P25.0)
  • •surgical (subcutaneous) emphysema (T81.82)

Excludes2 — not included here

  • •emphysema due to inhalation of chemicals, gases, fumes or vapors (J68.4)
  • •emphysema with chronic (obstructive) bronchitis (J44.-)
  • •emphysematous (obstructive) bronchitis (J44.-)
  • •traumatic subcutaneous emphysema (T79.7)

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code J43?
J43 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Emphysema". It falls under J00-J99 Diseases of the respiratory system.
Is J43 a billable code?
No — J43 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as J43.0) for billing.
What are the subcodes of J43?
J43 has 5 more specific child codes, including J43.0, J43.1, J43.2.
What is excluded from J43?
Excludes1 (not coded here): compensatory emphysema (J98.3); interstitial emphysema (J98.2); mediastinal emphysema (J98.2); neonatal interstitial emphysema (P25.0).

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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