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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for pneumonia covid-19

J12.82

Pneumonia due to coronavirus disease 2019

✓ Billable / specificNot a principal dx

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “COVID-19 › pneumonia”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding pneumonia covid-19

The ICD-10-CM code for pneumonia covid-19 is J12.82 (Pneumonia due to coronavirus disease 2019).

Within J12.8 (other viral pneumonia), J12.82 is specifically for pneumonia due to coronavirus disease 2019. Related codes cover pneumonia due to SARS-associated coronavirus (J12.81) and other viral pneumonia (J12.89).

Code first: COVID-19 (U07.1) and associated influenza, if applicable (J09.X1, J10.0-, J11.0-).

It is not a CC or MCC, so as a secondary diagnosis it doesn't change the MS-DRG severity level.

Common questions about pneumonia covid-19 ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for pneumonia covid-19?

J12.82 — Pneumonia due to coronavirus disease 2019.

Is J12.82 billable?

Yes. J12.82 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).

Can J12.82 be used as a principal diagnosis?

No. It is not acceptable as the principal diagnosis for an inpatient stay; it may be reported as a secondary diagnosis.

Is J12.82 a CC or MCC?

No. J12.82 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.