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Emergency Department Coding:

Beware Bundled Services When Coding Inhalation Tx

Published on Thu Oct 22, 2026

Question: Encounter notes indicate that the emergency department (ED) physician performed therapeutic nonpressurized inhalation treatment for a patient with simple chronic bronchitis. Before and after the treatment, the physician performed spirometry to test bronchodilation responsiveness. How should I code this encounter? AAPC Forum Participant Answer: On your claim, you should report the following: 94640 (Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for [...]
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