All species are given a two-part name, a binomial. The first part of a binomial is the genus to which the species belongs. The second part is called the specific name or the specific epithet (in botanical nomenclature, also sometimes in zoological nomenclature). For example, Boa constrictor is one of four species of the Boa genus.
2013 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 786.05. Shortness of breath. 1  ICD-9-CM 786.05 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 786.05 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015.
Few sensations are as frightening as not being able to get enough air. Shortness of breath â known medically as dyspnea â is often described as an intense tightening in the chest, air hunger or a feeling of suffocation. Very strenuous exercise, extreme temperatures, massive obesity and high altitude all can cause shortness of breath in a healthy person. Outside of these examples, shortness of breath is likely a sign of a medical problem.