J12.8Header code — not billable

Other viral pneumonia

Chapter
10. Diseases of the respiratory system
Category
J12
Effective date
October 1, 2026

Related codes in category J12

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code J12.8?

J12.8 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Other viral pneumonia.

Is J12.8 a billable code?

No. J12.8 is a category/header code, not billable on its own — use one of its more specific child codes instead.

What ICD-10-CM chapter is J12.8 in?

J12.8 falls under Chapter 10: Diseases of the respiratory system.

When did J12.8 become effective?

J12.8 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.

What other codes are related to J12.8?

J12.8 belongs to category J12, which includes 9 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.

ICD-10-CM data maintained by CDC/CMS (public domain). Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making coding or billing decisions.