J94 – Other pleural conditions

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

Non-billable header

ICD-10-CM code J94
Code
J94 (claims format: J94)
Description
Other pleural conditions
Billable
No – use a more specific code below
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

Billable codes under J94

J94 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:

Notes for J94

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • pleurisy NOS (R09.1)
  • traumatic hemopneumothorax (S27.2)
  • traumatic hemothorax (S27.1)
  • tuberculous pleural conditions (current disease) (A15.-)

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code J94?

J94 is the ICD-10-CM code for other pleural conditions, in the block J90-J94 (Other diseases of the pleura).

Is J94 a billable code?

No. J94 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.

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.