In simple words: Snoring happens when something blocks the flow of air in your nose and mouth while you're sleeping, making the tissues around it vibrate and create noise.

Snoring is a common condition that occurs when the flow of air through the mouth and nose is physically obstructed during sleep. This obstruction can cause the surrounding tissues to vibrate, which produces the characteristic sound of snoring.

Example 1: A patient presents to their primary care physician complaining of excessive daytime sleepiness.The patient's spouse reports loud snoring and episodes where the patient stops breathing during sleep. The physician documents R06.83 for snoring and orders a sleep study to evaluate for obstructive sleep apnea., A patient with a history of obesity and hypertension presents for a routine check-up.The patient incidentally mentions snoring.The physician documents R06.83 and counsels the patient on lifestyle modifications, such as weight loss, that may improve snoring., A child is brought to the pediatrician because their parents are concerned about their loud snoring. The pediatrician documents R06.83 and examines the child's tonsils and adenoids, which appear enlarged.The pediatrician refers the child to an otolaryngologist for further evaluation.

Documentation should include the presence and characteristics of snoring, such as frequency, loudness, and any associated symptoms like daytime sleepiness, gasping or choking during sleep, morning headaches, or difficulty concentrating.