J85: Abscess of lung and mediastinum
Codes under J85 (Abscess of lung and mediastinum). A ✓ marks a billable (fully specified) code; category codes without a ✓ are not billable on their own.
| Code | Description | Billable |
|---|---|---|
| J85.0 | Gangrene and necrosis of lung | ✓ |
| J85.0 | Gangrene and necrosis of lung | ✓ |
| J85.1 | Abscess of lung with pneumonia | ✓ |
| J85.1 | Abscess of lung with pneumonia | ✓ |
| J85.2 | Abscess of lung without pneumonia | ✓ |
| J85.2 | Abscess of lung without pneumonia | ✓ |
| J85.3 | Abscess of mediastinum | ✓ |
| J85.3 | Abscess of mediastinum | ✓ |
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10-CM code J85?
J85 is an ICD-10-CM category covering Abscess of lung and mediastinum. It contains 8 more specific diagnosis codes, 8 of which are billable.
Is J85 a billable code?
No — J85 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 J85.0 — Gangrene and necrosis of lung). 8 of the 8 codes under J85 are billable.
What codes fall under J85?
J85 includes J85.0, J85.0, J85.1, J85.1, J85.2, plus 3 more. See the full list with descriptions and billable status above.
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