J31.0
Billable

Chronic rhinitis

Billable / Specific Code

What is Chronic rhinitis?

ICD-10-CM J31.0 is the diagnosis code for Chronic rhinitis. This code falls under the section "Other diseases of upper respiratory tract" 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.

💡 Inclusions
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for J31.0

✅ This Code Includes

  • Atrophic rhinitis (chronic)
  • Granulomatous rhinitis (chronic)
  • Hypertrophic rhinitis (chronic)
  • Obstructive rhinitis (chronic)
  • Ozena
  • Purulent rhinitis (chronic)
  • Rhinitis (chronic) NOS
  • Ulcerative rhinitis (chronic)

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as J31.0. They are mutually exclusive:

  • allergic rhinitis (J30.1-J30.9)
  • vasomotor rhinitis (J30.0)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where J31.0 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is J31.0 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, J31.0 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does J31.0 mean?

J31.0 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Chronic rhinitis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of J31.0?

The parent code of J31.0 is J31 ("Chronic rhinitis, nasopharyngitis and pharyngitis"). J31.0 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is J31.0 in?

J31.0 is located in Section J30-J39 — "Other diseases of upper respiratory tract" within Chapter 10 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use J31.0?

Use J31.0 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Chronic rhinitis" 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 Chronic rhinitis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Chronic rhinitis is J31.0.

Can J31.0 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, J31.0 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is J31.0 in?

J31.0 is in Chapter 10 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from J31.0?

Type 1 Excludes for J31.0 include: allergic rhinitis (J30.1-J30.9); vasomotor rhinitis (J30.0).

Is J31.0 valid for 2026?

Yes, J31.0 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
J31.0
Chronic rhinitis
Billable / Specific Code
10 — Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99)
J30-J39 — Other diseases of upper respiratory tract
2026 ICD-10-CM