J91.0Billable

Malignant pleural effusion

Chapter
10. Diseases of the respiratory system
Category
J91
Effective date
October 1, 2026

Related codes in category J91

J91Pleural effusion in conditions classified elsewhereJ91.8Pleural effusion in other conditions classified elsewhereYes

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code J91.0?

J91.0 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Malignant pleural effusion.

Is J91.0 a billable code?

Yes. J91.0 is billable and specific enough to be used on a claim.

What ICD-10-CM chapter is J91.0 in?

J91.0 falls under Chapter 10: Diseases of the respiratory system.

When did J91.0 become effective?

J91.0 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.

What other codes are related to J91.0?

J91.0 belongs to category J91, which includes 2 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.