J01.01
Billable

Acute recurrent maxillary sinusitis

Billable / Specific Code

What is Acute recurrent maxillary sinusitis?

ICD-10-CM J01.01 is the diagnosis code for Acute recurrent maxillary sinusitis. This code falls under the section "Acute upper respiratory infections" within Chapter 10 — Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

Coding Guidelines for J01.01

Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where J01.01 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeJ01.01 — Acute recurrent maxillary sinusitis
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is J01.01 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, J01.01 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does J01.01 mean?

J01.01 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Acute recurrent maxillary sinusitis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of J01.01?

The parent code of J01.01 is J01.0 ("Acute maxillary sinusitis"). J01.01 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is J01.01 in?

J01.01 is located in Section J00-J06 — "Acute upper respiratory infections" within Chapter 10 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use J01.01?

Use J01.01 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Acute recurrent maxillary sinusitis" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Acute recurrent maxillary sinusitis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Acute recurrent maxillary sinusitis is J01.01.

Can J01.01 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, J01.01 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is J01.01 in?

J01.01 is in Chapter 10 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is J01.01 valid for 2026?

Yes, J01.01 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
J01.01
Acute recurrent maxillary sinusitis
Billable / Specific Code
10 — Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99)
J00-J06 — Acute upper respiratory infections
2026 ICD-10-CM