ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for bronchospasm
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Bronchospasm (acute)”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding bronchospasm
The ICD-10-CM code for bronchospasm is J98.01 (Acute bronchospasm). The official index lists 2 more specific codes, so check the documentation for details such as type, cause, site or severity before settling on J98.01.
Within J98.0 (diseases of bronchus, not elsewhere classified), J98.01 is specifically for acute bronchospasm. Related codes cover other diseases of bronchus, not elsewhere classified (J98.09).
Don't report J98.01 together with the conditions in its Excludes1 note: acute bronchiolitis with bronchospasm (J21.-), acute bronchitis with bronchospasm (J20.-), asthma (J45.-) and exercise induced bronchospasm (J45.990).
Use an additional code to identify: exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (Z77.22), exposure to tobacco smoke in the perinatal period (P96.81), history of tobacco dependence (Z87.891), occupational exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (Z57.31), tobacco dependence (F17.-) and 1 more.
More specific bronchospasm codes (official index)
Don't confuse with (Excludes1 for J98.01)
Common questions about bronchospasm ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for bronchospasm?
- J98.01 — Acute bronchospasm. More specific codes apply when the documentation supports them: J21.9, J45.990.
What is the ICD-10 code for exercise induced bronchospasm?
- J45.990 — Exercise induced bronchospasm.
Is J98.01 billable?
- Yes. J98.01 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can J98.01 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict J98.01 as a principal diagnosis.
Is J98.01 a CC or MCC?
- No. J98.01 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.