ICD-10-CM J96.1: Chronic respiratory failure

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for J96.1

Chronic respiratory failure

Coding Notes & Guidelines for J96.1

Inclusion Terms

Chronic respiratory acidosis

Parent Code (Less Specific):

About ICD-10-CM Code J96.1 (Chronic respiratory failure)

ICD-10-CM code J96.1 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 J96.1 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about J96.1 - Chronic respiratory failure. 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 Chronic respiratory failure.