ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for J34.82
Nasal valve collapse
Coding Notes & Guidelines for J34.82
- underlying cause, such as:
- deviated nasal septum (J34.2)
- Nasal valve compromise
- Nasal valve stenosis
Narrowing of the septum, head of the inferior turbinate and the upper lateral cartilage
Collapse or falling of the upper, middle sidewall of the nose on inspiration
Fixed narrowing of the caudal septum, lower lateral cartilage, alar rim and nasal sill
Collapse or falling of the lower sidewall or nostril of the nose on inspiration
Nasal valve collapse, NOS
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code J34.82 (Nasal valve collapse)
ICD-10-CM code J34.82 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM J34.82 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about J34.82 - Nasal valve collapse. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Nasal valve collapse.