J85.2 ICD-10-CM Code: Abscess of lung without pneumonia
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
J85.2Abscess of lung without pneumonia
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where J85.2 sits
- 1
Chapter 10
Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99)
- 2
Section
Suppurative and necrotic conditions of the lower respiratory tract (J85-J86)
- 3
Category J85
Abscess of lung and mediastinum
- 4
Code J85.2
Abscess of lung without pneumonia
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
- Abscess of lung NOS
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for J85.2.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for J85.2.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for J85.2.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for J85.2.
Transparency
Source and release
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code J85.2 mean?
J85.2 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Abscess of lung without pneumonia.”
Is J85.2 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, J85.2 has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is J85.2 located in ICD-10-CM?
J85.2 is listed in Chapter 10, Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99), within Suppurative and necrotic conditions of the lower respiratory tract (J85-J86) (J85–J86), under category J85, Abscess of lung and mediastinum.
What coding notes are listed for J85.2?
Its listed inclusion terms are Abscess of lung NOS. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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