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ICD-10-CM Codes J00-J99 J90-J94 J90

2025 Pleural Effusion ICD 10 Code J90

Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

Effective Date: 10/01/2015 To 09/30/2025
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Applicable To for J90:

  • Encysted pleurisy

  • Pleural effusion NOS

  • Pleurisy with effusion (exudative) (serous)

Excludes-1 for J90:

  • chylous (pleural) effusion (J94.0)

  • malignant pleural effusion (J91.0))

  • pleurisy NOS (R09.1)

  • tuberculous pleural effusion (A15.6)

Codes Hierarchy:

    • J90  Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    • What is Pleural Effusion?

    ICD 10 Code for Pleural Effusion is J90, also known as, Bilateral Pleural Effusion ICD 10 or Right Pleural Effusion ICD 10, and it is a water on the lung, occurs when fluid accumulates in the narrow space between the lungs and chest cavity. This condition can then lead to more symptoms such as chest pain, which may vary depending on the underlying cause. A pleural effusion is the type of an unusual amount of fluid found usually around the lung.Top of Form

    Why is Pleural Effusion ICD 10 Happening?

    • Leaking from Other Organs:

      Due to congestive heart failure, liver, or kidney disease.

    • Cancer:

      Lung cancer or other cancers that spread to the lung or pleura.

    • Infections:

      Pneumonia or tuberculosis.

    • Autoimmune Conditions:

      Lupus or rheumatoid arthritis.

    Treatment Options for Bilateral Pleural Effusion ICD 10

    • Treat Underlying Condition

    • Procedures:

      • Thoracentesis
      • Tube Thoracostomy (chest tube)
      • Pleural Drain
      • Pleurodesis
      • Pleural Decortication

    Diagnostics for Pleural Effusion ICD 10 Code

    • Chest X-ray
    • Computed Tomography (CT) Scan
    • Ultrasound

    Symptoms for Right Pleural Effusion ICD 10 Code

    • Shortness of breath
    • Chest pain, especially when breathing in deeply
    • Fever
    • Cough

    Types

    • Protein-poor and watery (transudative):

      The fluid of this kind comes from conditions such as cirrhosis or heart failure. This type of pleural effusion occurs when there’s a sudden increase in the fluid pressure.

    • Protein-rich (exudative):

      The fluid of this kind comes from the conditions such as cancer or infection. This type of pleural effusion commonly happens because too much fluid is passing through your smallest blood vessels, or your lymphatic system isn’t draining enough.Bottom of Form