J98.5
Non-billableDiseases of mediastinum, not elsewhere classified
J98.5 is the ICD-10-CM code for Diseases of mediastinum, not elsewhere classified. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as J98.51 for billing.
J00-J99 Diseases of the respiratory system
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHWhat is the chest? The chest is the part of your body between your neck and your abdomen (belly). The medical term for your chest is thorax. Your chest holds many important structures for breathing, digestion, blood circulation, and other important body functions. These structures include your: Ribs and breastbone Esophagus, the tube between your mouth and stomach Trachea, your windpipe Bronchi, the tubes that carry…
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Excludes2 — not included here
- •abscess of mediastinum (J85.3)
Medications indicated for this condition
FDA labeling- XenonInhalation Diagnostic Agent [EPC]›
- Kit for the Preparation of Technetium Tc 99m-labeled Carbon Inhalation Aerosol›
- Kit for the Preparation of Technetium Tc 99m PentetateLead Chelator [EPC]›
Drugs whose FDA labeling lists this condition's category among its indications. Informational only — not a treatment recommendation or medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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