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J94.2

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Hemothorax

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

Blood accumulation in the space between the lung and chest wall, which can occur from injury, surgery, or bleeding disorders.

Coding Tips

  • •Specify the laterality (right, left, or bilateral) if documented in the medical record
  • •Investigate the underlying cause (trauma, surgery, anticoagulation) as it may require additional coding

Code Hierarchy

└J94Other pleural conditions└J94.2Hemothorax
└J94.2Hemothorax

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