Non-specific code 2014 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 508
Respiratory conditions due to other and unspecified external agents
  • 2014
  • Non-Billable Code

  • There are 5 ICD-9-CM codes below 508 that define this diagnosis in greater detail. Do not use this code on a reimbursement claim.
  • You are viewing the 2014 version of ICD-9-CM 508.
  • More recent version(s) of ICD-9-CM 508: 2015.
Use Additional
  • Use additional code to identify associated respiratory conditions, such as:
    acute respiratory failure (518.81)
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