2010 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 493
Asthma
- There are 5 ICD-9-CM codes below 493 that define this diagnosis in greater detail. Do not use this code on a reimbursement claim.
Diagnosis Definition(s)
- form of bronchial disorder associated with airway obstruction, marked by recurrent attacks of paroxysmal dyspnea, with wheezing due to spasmodic contraction of the bronchi.
- A chronic respiratory disease manifested as difficulty breathing due to the narrowing of bronchial passageways.
Excludes