Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated

This code signifies a chronic respiratory condition characterized by recurrent episodes of airway obstruction, inflammation, and hyperresponsiveness, where symptoms are mild and occur infrequently. Patients typically experience symptoms no more than twice a week and nocturnal awakenings no more than twice a month, with normal lung function between exacerbations.

Apply this code for patients diagnosed with asthma whose symptoms are well-controlled and intermittent, not requiring daily medication. Documentation should clearly state "mild intermittent asthma" and confirm the absence of acute exacerbations or status asthmaticus. This code is appropriate when the patient's asthma is stable and uncomplicated.

• Do not use this code if the patient is experiencing an acute exacerbation; instead, select a code that specifies the severity of the exacerbation.
• Ensure documentation explicitly rules out persistent asthma, as this code is specific to the intermittent classification.
• Avoid using this code if the patient's asthma is complicated by other respiratory conditions or if they require daily controller medications.