J38.00 – Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unspecified

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

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code J38.00

Code: J38.00 (claims format: J3800)
Description: Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unspecified
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: J38 › J38.0

Notes inherited from parent codes

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

J38 – Diseases of vocal cords and larynx, not elsewhere classified

Excludes1 (not coded here):

congenital laryngeal stridor (P28.89)
obstructive laryngitis (acute) (J05.0)
postprocedural subglottic stenosis (J95.5)
stridor (R06.1)
ulcerative laryngitis (J04.0)

J38.0 – Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx

Applicable to:

Laryngoplegia
Paralysis of glottis

Index terms for J38.00

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

Related codes in J38.0

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code J38.00?

J38.00 is the ICD-10-CM code for paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unspecified, in the block J30-J39 (Other diseases of upper respiratory tract).

Is J38.00 a billable code?

Yes. J38.00 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does J38.00 belong to?

It belongs to category J38 – Diseases of vocal cords and larynx, not elsewhere classified.

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.