ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for J93.8
Other pneumothorax and air leak
Coding Notes & Guidelines for J93.8
Inclusion Terms
Persistent air leak
Inclusion Terms
- Acute pneumothorax
- Spontaneous pneumothorax NOS
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code J93.8 (Other pneumothorax and air leak)
ICD-10-CM code J93.8 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 J93.8 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about J93.8 - Other pneumothorax and air leak. 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 Other pneumothorax and air leak.