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J05.11

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Acute epiglottitis with obstruction

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

Acute inflammation of the epiglottis with airway obstruction, a potentially life-threatening condition affecting breathing.

Coding Tips

  • •This is a medical emergency; ensure obstruction is clearly documented in the medical record
  • •May require codes for respiratory distress, hypoxemia, or stridor if present

Code Hierarchy

└J05Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup] and epiglottitis└J05.1Acute epiglottitis└J05.11Acute epiglottitis with obstruction
└J05.11Acute epiglottitis with obstruction

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