R09.82
Postnasal drip
Approximate Synonyms
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Posterior rhinorrhea
Clinical Information
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A disorder characterized by excessive mucous secretion in the back of the nasal cavity or throat, causing sore throat and/or coughing.
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Excessive mucous secretion in the back of the nasal cavity or throat, causing sore throat and/or coughing. It is usually due to allergic rhinitis or a cold.
Details
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R09.82 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
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The 2023 edition of ICD-10-CM R09.82 became effective on October 1, 2022.
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This is the American ICD-10-CM version of R09.82 – other international versions of ICD-10 R09.82 may differ.