ICD-10-CM J68.2: Upper respiratory inflammation due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapors, not elsewhere classified

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About ICD-10-CM Code J68.2 (Upper respiratory inflammation due to chemicals)

ICD-10-CM code J68.2 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 J68.2 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about J68.2 - Upper respiratory inflammation due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapors, not elsewhere classified. 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 Upper respiratory inflammation due to chemicals related to gases, fumes and vapors, not elsewhere classified.