J38.7 – Other diseases of larynx

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

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code J38.7
Code
J38.7 (claims format: J387)
Description
Other diseases of larynx
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

Notes for J38.7

Applicable to:
  • Abscess of larynx
  • Cellulitis of larynx
  • Disease of larynx NOS
  • Necrosis of larynx
  • Pachyderma of larynx
  • Perichondritis of larynx
  • Ulcer of larynx

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)

Index terms for J38.7

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

Related codes in J38

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code J38.7?

J38.7 is the ICD-10-CM code for other diseases of larynx, in the block J30-J39 (Other diseases of upper respiratory tract).

Is J38.7 a billable code?

Yes. J38.7 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does J38.7 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.