ICD-10 Code J44.8 – Other specified chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code J44.8 – Other specified chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
What it is
J44.8 identifies chronic obstructive pulmonary disease that is documented as another specified type, but not one of the standard COPD categories. Use it when the provider names a specific COPD variant that fits this code.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. COPD commonly involves persistent airflow limitation, chronic cough, sputum production, dyspnea, or wheezing, but the record should support the specified COPD type.
When to use this code
Use J44.8 when the clinician clearly documents a specified COPD diagnosis that does not map to a more exact COPD code. It may apply when the note names an atypical or otherwise specified obstructive pulmonary condition. If the documentation is vague, check documentation before coding.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for asthma, acute bronchitis, or unspecified COPD when a more precise diagnosis is documented. If the record only says “COPD” without further detail, choose the unspecified option instead.
Coding tip
Code J44.8 only when the provider’s wording supports a specific COPD subtype and no more precise ICD-10-CM code applies.