J12.89
BillableOther viral pneumonia
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Pneumonia caused by a viral infection other than the more common types like influenza or respiratory syncytial virus.
Coding Tips
- •Use this code when a specific viral pathogen is identified but doesn't fit into other J12 subcategories
- •Document the specific virus identified in the medical record for clarity and potential public health reporting
Code Hierarchy
└J12Viral pneumonia, not elsewhere classified└J12.8Other viral pneumonia└J12.89Other viral pneumonia
└J12.89Other viral pneumonia