J93.9 – Pneumothorax, unspecified

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Other diseases of the pleura

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code J93.9
Code
J93.9 (claims format: J939)
Description
Pneumothorax, unspecified
Billable
Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for
Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter
10. Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99)
Block
J90-J94 Other diseases of the pleura
Parent codes
J93

Notes for J93.9

Applicable to:
  • Pneumothorax NOS

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

J93 – Pneumothorax and air leak

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • congenital or perinatal pneumothorax (P25.1)
  • postprocedural air leak (J95.812)
  • postprocedural pneumothorax (J95.811)
  • traumatic pneumothorax (S27.0)
  • tuberculous (current disease) pneumothorax (A15.-)
  • pyopneumothorax (J86.-)

Index terms for J93.9

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Related codes in J93

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code J93.9?

J93.9 is the ICD-10-CM code for pneumothorax, unspecified, in the block J90-J94 (Other diseases of the pleura).

Is J93.9 a billable code?

Yes. J93.9 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does J93.9 belong to?

It belongs to category J93 – Pneumothorax and air leak.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.