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J43.9

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Emphysema, unspecified

Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99)

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Also Known As

Bullous emphysema (lung)(pulmonary)Emphysema (lung)(pulmonary) NOSEmphysematous blebVesicular emphysema (lung)(pulmonary)

❌ Excludes1

inherited from J43

Rules from parent category J43: Emphysema

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

⚠️ Excludes2

inherited from J43

Rules from parent category J43: Emphysema

  • • 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)

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Code Information

CodeJ43.9
BillableYes
ParentJ43
CategoryDiseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99)
Excludes15 rule(s)
Excludes24 note(s)

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CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List

Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)