ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for J91.8
Pleural effusion in other conditions classified elsewhere
Coding Notes & Guidelines for J91.8
Code First
- underlying disease, such as:
- filariasis (B74.0-B74.9)
- influenza (J09.X2, J10.1, J11.1)
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code J91.8 (Pleural effusion in other conditions classified elsewhere)
ICD-10-CM code J91.8 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 J91.8 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about J91.8 - Pleural effusion in other conditions classified elsewhere. 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 Pleural effusion in other conditions classified elsewhere.