J81: Pulmonary edema
Codes under J81 (Pulmonary edema). A ✓ marks a billable (fully specified) code; category codes without a ✓ are not billable on their own.
| Code | Description | Billable |
|---|---|---|
| J81.0 | Acute pulmonary edema | ✓ |
| J81.0 | Acute pulmonary edema | ✓ |
| J81.1 | Chronic pulmonary edema | ✓ |
| J81.1 | Chronic pulmonary edema | ✓ |
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10-CM code J81?
J81 is an ICD-10-CM category covering Pulmonary edema. It contains 4 more specific diagnosis codes, 4 of which are billable.
Is J81 a billable code?
No — J81 is a category header and isn't billable on its own. Code to the highest level of specificity using one of its subcodes (for example J81.0 — Acute pulmonary edema). 4 of the 4 codes under J81 are billable.
What codes fall under J81?
J81 includes J81.0, J81.0, J81.1, J81.1. See the full list with descriptions and billable status above.
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