J38 – Diseases of vocal cords and larynx, not elsewhere classified
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Other diseases of upper respiratory tract
ICD-10-CM code
J38
- Code
J38(claims format:J38)- Description
- Diseases of vocal cords and larynx, not elsewhere classified
- 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 J38
J38 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:
- J38.0 – Paralysis of vocal cords and larynxHeader (more codes below)
- J38.1 – Polyp of vocal cord and larynxBillable
- J38.2 – Nodules of vocal cordsBillable
- J38.3 – Other diseases of vocal cordsBillable
- J38.4 – Edema of larynxBillable
- J38.5 – Laryngeal spasmBillable
- J38.6 – Stenosis of larynxBillable
- J38.7 – Other diseases of larynxBillable
Notes for J38
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code J38?
J38 is the ICD-10-CM code for diseases of vocal cords and larynx, not elsewhere classified, in the block J30-J39 (Other diseases of upper respiratory tract).
Is J38 a billable code?
No. J38 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.