J37 – Chronic laryngitis and laryngotracheitis

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

Non-billable header

ICD-10-CM code J37
Code
J37 (claims format: J37)
Description
Chronic laryngitis and laryngotracheitis
Billable
No – use a more specific code below
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

Billable codes under J37

J37 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:

Notes for J37

Use additional code:
  • code to identify:
  • exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (Z77.22)
  • exposure to tobacco smoke in the perinatal period (P96.81)
  • history of tobacco dependence (Z87.891)
  • infectious agent (B95-B97)
  • occupational exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (Z57.31)
  • tobacco dependence (F17.-)
  • tobacco use (Z72.0)

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code J37?

J37 is the ICD-10-CM code for chronic laryngitis and laryngotracheitis, in the block J30-J39 (Other diseases of upper respiratory tract).

Is J37 a billable code?

No. J37 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.

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.