Lung Scarring ICD 10 code

[jrawat]

Hi,

I have confusion in coding Lung Scarring and Pulmonary Fibrosis, can we code J84.10 for both?

 

[Munzueta]

Mayo Clinic defines Pulmonary Fibrosis as lung disease that occurs when lung tissue becomes damaged and scarred.
If the scarring is an imaging finding then that will be integral to the actual condition of fibrosis, so only code J84.10 will be needed.

hope this helps!

 

[Kirieeherrera@hotmail.com]

I am also confused, but this is what the Mayo Clinic says, to support the diagnosis

Pulmonary fibrosis is a lung disease that occurs when lung tissue becomes damaged and scarred. This thickened, stiff tissue makes it more difficult for your lungs to work properly. As pulmonary fibrosis worsens, you become progressively more short of breath.

The scarring associated with pulmonary fibrosis can be caused by a multitude of factors. But in most cases, doctors can't pinpoint what's causing the problem. When a cause can't be found, the condition is termed idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.

The lung damage caused by pulmonary fibrosis can't be repaired, but medications and therapies can sometimes help ease symptoms and improve quality of life. For some people, a lung transplant might be appropriate.