ICD-10-CM J85: Abscess of lung and mediastinum

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for J85

Abscess of lung and mediastinum

Coding Notes & Guidelines for J85

Use Additional Code

code (B95-B97) to identify infectious agent.

Inclusion Terms

Abscess of lung NOS

Code Also

the type of pneumonia

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for J85):

J85.0 - Gangrene and necrosis of lung J85.1 - Abscess of lung with pneumonia J85.2 - Abscess of lung without pneumonia J85.3 - Abscess of mediastinum

About ICD-10-CM Code J85 (Abscess of lung and mediastinum)

ICD-10-CM code J85 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM J85 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about J85 - Abscess of lung and mediastinum. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Abscess of lung and mediastinum.