J41
Non-Billable

Simple and mucopurulent chronic bronchitis

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Simple and mucopurulent chronic bronchitis?

ICD-10-CM J41 is the diagnosis code for Simple and mucopurulent chronic bronchitis. This code falls under the section "Chronic lower respiratory diseases" within Chapter 10 — Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for J41

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in J41. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • chronic bronchitis NOS (J42)
  • chronic obstructive bronchitis (J44.-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where J41 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeJ41 — Simple and mucopurulent chronic bronchitis
Sub-Codes (3)
Sub-Codes 3 entries
J41.0Simple chronic bronchitisBillableJ41.1Mucopurulent chronic bronchitisBillableJ41.8Mixed simple and mucopurulent chronic bronchitisBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is J41 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, J41 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does J41 mean?

J41 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Simple and mucopurulent chronic bronchitis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is J41 in?

J41 is located in Section J40-J4A — "Chronic lower respiratory diseases" within Chapter 10 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of J41?

J41 has 3 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: J41.0, J41.1, J41.8.

When should I use J41?

Use J41 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Simple and mucopurulent chronic bronchitis" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Simple and mucopurulent chronic bronchitis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Simple and mucopurulent chronic bronchitis is J41.

Can J41 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, J41 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is J41 in?

J41 is in Chapter 10 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is J41 valid for 2026?

Yes, J41 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
J41
Simple and mucopurulent chronic bronchitis
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
10 — Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99)
J40-J4A — Chronic lower respiratory diseases
2026 ICD-10-CM