J35.01 – Chronic tonsillitis

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Other diseases of upper respiratory tract

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code J35.01
Code
J35.01 (claims format: J3501)
Description
Chronic tonsillitis
Billable
Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for
Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter
10. Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99)
Block
J30-J39 Other diseases of upper respiratory tract
Parent codes
J35 › J35.0

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

J35.0 – Chronic tonsillitis and adenoiditis

Excludes2 (not included here):
  • acute tonsillitis (J03.-)

Index terms for J35.01

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Related codes in J35.0

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code J35.01?

J35.01 is the ICD-10-CM code for chronic tonsillitis, in the block J30-J39 (Other diseases of upper respiratory tract).

Is J35.01 a billable code?

Yes. J35.01 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does J35.01 belong to?

It belongs to category J35 – Chronic diseases of tonsils and adenoids.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.