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G47.33

Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

Diseases of the nervous system Billable
Quick Reference
Sleep-disordered breathing with upper airway obstruction confirmed by sleep study

Clinical Information

When to Use This Code

Sleep-disordered breathing with upper airway obstruction confirmed by sleep study

Common Clinical Scenarios

  • CPAP or BiPAP prescription
  • Positive polysomnography (AHI ≥5 with symptoms or AHI ≥15)
  • Daytime sleepiness with witnessed apneas
  • Oral appliance therapy

Documentation Requirements

  • Document sleep study results (AHI, RDI, oxygen desaturation)
  • Record Epworth Sleepiness Scale score
  • Note CPAP compliance if applicable
  • Document comorbidities: obesity, hypertension, atrial fibrillation

Coding Guidelines

Inclusion Terms

These terms are included in this code:

Obstructive sleep apneaOSASleep apnea syndrome

Exclusion Terms

Do NOT use this code for:

  • Central sleep apnea (G47.31)
  • Sleep-related hypoventilation (G47.3-)
  • Primary snoring (R06.83)

Coding Notes

Requires sleep study confirmation for diagnosis
AHI (Apnea-Hypopnea Index) ≥5 with symptoms or ≥15
Code obesity (E66.-) and other comorbidities separately

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Code Details

Code
G47.33
Category
Diseases of the nervous system
Billable Status
Billable

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