J38: Diseases of vocal cords and larynx, not elsewhere classified
Codes under J38 (Diseases of vocal cords and larynx, not elsewhere classified). A ✓ marks a billable (fully specified) code; category codes without a ✓ are not billable on their own.
| Code | Description | Billable |
|---|---|---|
| J38.0 | Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx | — |
| J38.0 | Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx | — |
| J38.00 | Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unspecified | ✓ |
| J38.00 | Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unspecified | ✓ |
| J38.01 | Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unilateral | ✓ |
| J38.01 | Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unilateral | ✓ |
| J38.1 | Polyp of vocal cord and larynx | ✓ |
| J38.1 | Polyp of vocal cord and larynx | ✓ |
| J38.02 | Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, bilateral | ✓ |
| J38.02 | Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, bilateral | ✓ |
| J38.2 | Nodules of vocal cords | ✓ |
| J38.2 | Nodules of vocal cords | ✓ |
| J38.3 | Other diseases of vocal cords | ✓ |
| J38.3 | Other diseases of vocal cords | ✓ |
| J38.4 | Edema of larynx | ✓ |
| J38.4 | Edema of larynx | ✓ |
| J38.5 | Laryngeal spasm | ✓ |
| J38.5 | Laryngeal spasm | ✓ |
| J38.6 | Stenosis of larynx | ✓ |
| J38.6 | Stenosis of larynx | ✓ |
| J38.7 | Other diseases of larynx | ✓ |
| J38.7 | Other diseases of larynx | ✓ |
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10-CM code J38?
J38 is an ICD-10-CM category covering Diseases of vocal cords and larynx, not elsewhere classified. It contains 22 more specific diagnosis codes, 20 of which are billable.
Is J38 a billable code?
No — J38 is a category header and isn't billable on its own. Code to the highest level of specificity using one of its subcodes (for example J38.0 — Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx). 20 of the 22 codes under J38 are billable.
What codes fall under J38?
J38 includes J38.0, J38.0, J38.00, J38.00, J38.01, plus 17 more. See the full list with descriptions and billable status above.
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