A15.6

What This Code Means

Tuberculous pleurisy is an infection of the membrane surrounding the lungs (pleura) caused by tuberculosis bacteria, which causes inflammation and fluid buildup around the lungs. This condition makes it painful to breathe and can cause chest pain and cough.

Coding Tips

• •Verify that tuberculosis of the pleura is confirmed through clinical documentation, imaging, or laboratory findings before assigning this code
• •Do not use this code for non-tuberculous pleurisy; ensure the pleurisy is specifically attributed to TB infection