Is J91.8 a billable code?
Yes. J91.8 is a billable ICD-10-CM code and can be used on claims and superbills for dates of service from October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2027.
ICD-10-CM FY2027 diagnosis code
J91.8: Pleural effusion in other conditions classified elsewhere
Billable codeValid for dates of service October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2027
J91.8 is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for pleural effusion in other conditions classified elsewhere. It is specific enough to use on an insurance claim, a superbill or a Good Faith Estimate.
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Other codes in J91 Pleural effusion in conditions classified elsewhere
J91.8 questions
What does J91.8 mean?
J91.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for Pleural effusion in other conditions classified elsewhere. It is in chapter 10, Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99).
Code titles come from the official ICD-10-CM files published by the CDC National Center for Health Statistics. Always check payer rules and the clinical record before billing.