J96.20
✓ Billable
Acute and chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Diseases of the Respiratory System
Code
J96.20
System
ICD-10-CM
Billable
Yes — valid for submission
Effective
FY2026
Chapter
Diseases of the Respiratory System
Source
CMS / CDC NCHS
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Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code J96.20?
ICD-10-CM code J96.20 represents Acute and chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia. It is a billable diagnosis code in the Diseases of the Respiratory System chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
Is J96.20 billable?
Yes. J96.20 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for insurance claims and clinical documentation.
What chapter is J96.20 in?
J96.20 belongs to the Diseases of the Respiratory System chapter (J00–J99) of ICD-10-CM.
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J96
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J96.0
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J96.1
Chronic respiratory failure
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J96.2
Acute and chronic respiratory failure
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J96.9
Respiratory failure, unspecified
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J96.00
Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
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J96.01
Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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J96.02
Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia
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