ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for Bronchi abscess
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Abscess (connective tissue) (embolic) (fistulous) (infective) (metastatic) (multiple) (pernicious) (pyogenic) (septic) › bronchi”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding Bronchi abscess
The ICD-10-CM code for Bronchi abscess is J98.09 (Other diseases of bronchus, not elsewhere classified).
Within J98.0, choose J98.09 (Other diseases of bronchus, not elsewhere classified) only when documentation doesn't support a more specific option: acute bronchospasm (J98.01).
Use an additional code to identify: exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (Z77.22), exposure to tobacco smoke in the perinatal period (P96.81), history of tobacco dependence (Z87.891), occupational exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (Z57.31), tobacco dependence (F17.-) and 1 more.
It is not a CC or MCC, so as a secondary diagnosis it doesn't change the MS-DRG severity level.
Common questions about Bronchi abscess ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for Bronchi abscess?
- J98.09 — Other diseases of bronchus, not elsewhere classified.
Is J98.09 billable?
- Yes. J98.09 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can J98.09 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict J98.09 as a principal diagnosis.
Is J98.09 a CC or MCC?
- No. J98.09 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.