Non-specific code 2015 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 510
Empyema
  • 2015
  • Non-Billable Code

  • There are 2 ICD-9-CM codes below 510 that define this diagnosis in greater detail. Do not use this code on a reimbursement claim.
Clinical Information
  • Presence of pus in a hollow organ or body cavity
510 Excludes
Use Additional
  • Use additional code to identify infectious organism (041.0-041.9)
ICD-9-CM codes are used in medical billing and coding to describe diseases, injuries, symptoms and conditions. ICD-9-CM 510 is one of thousands of ICD-9-CM codes used in healthcare. Although ICD-9-CM and CPT codes are largely numeric, they differ in that CPT codes describe medical procedures and services. Can't find a code? Start at the root of ICD-9-CM, check the 2015 ICD-9-CM Index or use the search engine at the top of this page to lookup any code.