DocScrib
How it WorksPricingBlog
Sign InSign UpBook a Demo
DocScrib

AI-powered medical documentation platform streamlining healthcare workflows through intelligent transcription and clinical note generation.

Book a Demo

Product

  • Medical Templates
  • Pricing
  • Integrations
  • Security & Compliance

Resources

  • Blog
  • Documentation
  • Case Studies

Contact

  • support@docscrib.com
  • +1 (555) 123-4567
  • 123 Healthcare Blvd
    Medical District, CA 90210
© 2025 DocScrib. All rights reserved.
Privacy PolicyTerms of ServiceCookie Policy
Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Cavitary Lesion of Lung

ICD-10 Coding for Cavitary Lesion of Lung

J98.4
J85

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for cavitary lesion of lung includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Lung Cavitation
Pulmonary Cavity
Join 10,000+ Happy Clinicians

The AI Medical Scribe for Happiest Clinicians

Save 2+ hours daily with instant clinical documentation.
Our AI scribe listens, understands, and generates comprehensive medical notes so you can focus on patient care.

Start Free Trial
No credit card required•HIPAA compliant
Recording Controls
Start recording to see live transcription
Live Conversation - Try For Free!
Real-time transcription with automatic speaker identification

Ready to Record

Start recording to see live conversation transcription

Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Cavitary Lesion of Lung

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Cavitary Lesion of Lung

Use ICD-10 code J98.4 for other disorders of lung, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Other disorders of lung

Billable Code
J98.4
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Imaging shows cavitary lesion without confirmed etiology.
coding:
  • • No specific etiology identified after workup.

Applicable To

  • • Cavitation of lung

Important Notes

  • • Ensure imaging confirms cavitation before using J98.4.

Lung abscess

Non-Billable
J85
Non-Billable

Applicable To

  • • Abscess of lung

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies abscess with supporting culture results.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

A15.3

Pulmonary tuberculosis

Use when cavitary lesion is due to confirmed tuberculosis.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a cavitary lesion of the lung?

The ICD-10 code for an unspecified cavitary lesion of the lung is J98.4, used when the etiology is not confirmed.

When should J98.4 be used for lung cavitation?

Use J98.4 when imaging confirms a cavitary lesion, but the specific cause is not identified after thorough evaluation.

Quick Navigation
All DiagnosesICD-10 Codes

Related Resources

How Medical Coding WorksBrowse All Codes