J84.0
⚠ Non-billable (Header)Alveolar and parieto-alveolar conditions
Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99)
⚠️ This is a category header code — not billable. Use a more specific child code below.
❌ Excludes1
inheritedRules inherited from parent codes in the hierarchy.
- • drug-induced interstitial lung disorders (J70.2-J70.4)
- • interstitial emphysema (J98.2)
⚠️ Excludes2
inheritedRules inherited from parent codes.
- • lung diseases due to external agents (J60-J70)
Child Codes (4)
Clinical Description
ICD-10-CM code J84.0 represents alveolar and parieto-alveolar conditions. This code falls under the Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99) classification. It is a non-billable category header code. A more specific child code from the list below must be used for billing and reimbursement purposes.
This is a 5-character code at the 4th level of specificity. There are 4 more specific child codes under J84.0. Coders should note that J84.0 has 2 Excludes1 restriction(s) — codes that cannot be reported together on the same claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code J84.0?
ICD-10-CM code J84.0 is "Alveolar and parieto-alveolar conditions". It belongs to the category: Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99).
Is J84.0 a billable ICD-10 code?
No, J84.0 is a non-billable header code. A more specific child code must be used for billing.
What codes are excluded with J84.0?
J84.0 has 2 Excludes1 rule(s). These codes are mutually exclusive and cannot be coded together on the same claim.
Can J84.0 be coded with other codes?
J84.0 has 1 Excludes2 note(s). These conditions can be coded together if both are documented in the patient record.
Related Codes in J84
Other codes in the same category that may be relevant for differential coding:
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Data Source
CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List
Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)