J95
Non-Billable

Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of respiratory system, not elsewhere classified

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of respiratory system, not elsewhere classified?

ICD-10-CM J95 is the diagnosis code for Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of respiratory system, not elsewhere classified. This code falls under the section "Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of respiratory system, not elsewhere classified" within Chapter 10 — Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for J95

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in J95. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • aspiration pneumonia (J69.-)
  • emphysema (subcutaneous) resulting from a procedure (T81.82)
  • hypostatic pneumonia (J18.2)
  • pulmonary manifestations due to radiation (J70.0-J70.1)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where J95 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeJ95 — Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of respiratory system, not elsewhere classified
Sub-Codes 9 entries
J95.0Tracheostomy complicationsNon-BillableJ95.00Unspecified tracheostomy complicationBillableJ95.01Hemorrhage from tracheostomy stomaBillableJ95.02Infection of tracheostomy stomaBillableJ95.03Malfunction of tracheostomy stomaBillableJ95.04Tracheo-esophageal fistula following tracheostomyBillableJ95.09Other tracheostomy complicationBillableJ95.1Acute pulmonary insufficiency following thoracic surgeryBillableJ95.2Acute pulmonary insufficiency following nonthoracic surgeryBillableJ95.3Chronic pulmonary insufficiency following surgeryBillableJ95.4Chemical pneumonitis due to anesthesiaBillableJ95.5Postprocedural subglottic stenosisBillableJ95.6Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of a respiratory system organ or structure complicating a procedureNon-BillableJ95.61Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of a respiratory system organ or structure complicating a respiratory system procedureBillableJ95.62Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of a respiratory system organ or structure complicating other procedureBillableJ95.7Accidental puncture and laceration of a respiratory system organ or structure during a procedureNon-BillableJ95.71Accidental puncture and laceration of a respiratory system organ or structure during a respiratory system procedureBillableJ95.72Accidental puncture and laceration of a respiratory system organ or structure during other procedureBillableJ95.8Other intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of respiratory system, not elsewhere classifiedNon-BillableJ95.81Postprocedural pneumothorax and air leakNon-BillableJ95.811Postprocedural pneumothoraxBillableJ95.812Postprocedural air leakBillableJ95.82Postprocedural respiratory failureNon-BillableJ95.821Acute postprocedural respiratory failureBillableJ95.822Acute and chronic postprocedural respiratory failureBillableJ95.83Postprocedural hemorrhage of a respiratory system organ or structure following a procedureNon-BillableJ95.830Postprocedural hemorrhage of a respiratory system organ or structure following a respiratory system procedureBillableJ95.831Postprocedural hemorrhage of a respiratory system organ or structure following other procedureBillableJ95.84Transfusion-related acute lung injury (TRALI)BillableJ95.85Complication of respirator [ventilator]Non-BillableJ95.850Mechanical complication of respiratorBillableJ95.851Ventilator associated pneumoniaBillableJ95.859Other complication of respirator [ventilator]BillableJ95.86Postprocedural hematoma and seroma of a respiratory system organ or structure following a procedureNon-BillableJ95.860Postprocedural hematoma of a respiratory system organ or structure following a respiratory system procedureBillableJ95.861Postprocedural hematoma of a respiratory system organ or structure following other procedureBillableJ95.862Postprocedural seroma of a respiratory system organ or structure following a respiratory system procedureBillableJ95.863Postprocedural seroma of a respiratory system organ or structure following other procedureBillableJ95.87Transfusion-associated dyspnea (TAD)BillableJ95.88Other intraoperative complications of respiratory system, not elsewhere classifiedBillableJ95.89Other postprocedural complications and disorders of respiratory system, not elsewhere classifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is J95 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, J95 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does J95 mean?

J95 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of respiratory system, not elsewhere classified". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is J95 in?

J95 is located in Section J95 — "Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of respiratory system, not elsewhere classified" within Chapter 10 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of J95?

J95 has 9 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: J95.0, J95.1, J95.2, J95.3, J95.4 and more.

When should I use J95?

Use J95 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of respiratory system, not elsewhere classified" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of respiratory system, not elsewhere classified?

The ICD-10-CM code for Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of respiratory system, not elsewhere classified is J95.

Can J95 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, J95 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is J95 in?

J95 is in Chapter 10 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is J95 valid for 2026?

Yes, J95 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
J95
Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of respiratory system, not elsewhere classified
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
10 — Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99)
J95 — Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of respiratory system, not elsewhere classified
2026 ICD-10-CM