J98.6

Billable

Disorders of diaphragm

J98.6 is the ICD-10-CM code for Disorders of diaphragm. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
J00-J99
Parent
J98
Edition
FY2026

J00-J99 Diseases of the respiratory system

Includes

  • Diaphragmatitis
  • Paralysis of diaphragm
  • Relaxation of diaphragm

Excludes1 — not coded here

  • congenital malformation of diaphragm NEC (Q79.1)
  • congenital diaphragmatic hernia (Q79.0)

Excludes2 — not included here

  • diaphragmatic hernia (K44.-)

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code J98.6?
J98.6 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Disorders of diaphragm". It falls under J00-J99 Diseases of the respiratory system.
Is J98.6 a billable code?
Yes — J98.6 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
What is excluded from J98.6?
Excludes1 (not coded here): congenital malformation of diaphragm NEC (Q79.1); congenital diaphragmatic hernia (Q79.0).

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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