J94.8
✓ BillableOther specified pleural conditions
Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99)
Also Known As
❌ Excludes1
inheritedRules inherited from parent codes in the hierarchy.
- • pleurisy NOS (R09.1)
- • traumatic hemopneumothorax (S27.2)
- • traumatic hemothorax (S27.1)
- • tuberculous pleural conditions (current disease) (A15.-)
Clinical Description
ICD-10-CM code J94.8 represents other specified pleural conditions. This code falls under the Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99) classification. It is a billable/specific code valid for HIPAA-covered transactions as of October 1, 2025 (FY2026). This code can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes on insurance claims.
This is a 5-character code at the 4th level of specificity. This is the most specific code available in this subcategory. Coders should note that J94.8 has 4 Excludes1 restriction(s) — codes that cannot be reported together on the same claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code J94.8?
ICD-10-CM code J94.8 is "Other specified pleural conditions". It belongs to the category: Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99).
Is J94.8 a billable ICD-10 code?
Yes, J94.8 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What codes are excluded with J94.8?
J94.8 has 4 Excludes1 rule(s). These codes are mutually exclusive and cannot be coded together on the same claim.
Related Codes in J94
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)