J86Header code — not billable
Pyothorax
- Chapter
- 10. Diseases of the respiratory system
- Category
- J86
- Effective date
- October 1, 2026
Related codes in category J86
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code J86?
J86 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Pyothorax.
Is J86 a billable code?
No. J86 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 J86 in?
J86 falls under Chapter 10: Diseases of the respiratory system.
When did J86 become effective?
J86 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.
What other codes are related to J86?
J86 belongs to category J86, which includes 2 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.
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