ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for J94.8
Other specified pleural conditions
Coding Notes & Guidelines for J94.8
Inclusion Terms
- Hydropneumothorax
- Hydrothorax
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code J94.8 (Other specified pleural conditions)
ICD-10-CM code J94.8 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 J94.8 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about J94.8 - Other specified pleural conditions. 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 specified pleural conditions.