R06.89
BillableOther abnormalities of breathing
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
This code represents other abnormal breathing patterns not classified elsewhere, such as irregular breathing, shallow breathing, or other respiratory irregularities.
Coding Tips
- •Use this code only when the specific breathing abnormality does not fit into more specific R06 codes
- •Document the specific type of breathing abnormality observed to support medical necessity
Code Hierarchy
└R06Abnormalities of breathing└R06.8Other abnormalities of breathing└R06.89Other abnormalities of breathing
└R06.89Other abnormalities of breathing