J37.0
Billable

Chronic laryngitis

Billable / Specific Code

What is Chronic laryngitis?

ICD-10-CM J37.0 is the diagnosis code for Chronic laryngitis. 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
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for J37.0

✅ This Code Includes

  • Catarrhal laryngitis
  • Hypertrophic laryngitis
  • Sicca laryngitis

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in J37.0. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • acute laryngitis (J04.0)
  • obstructive (acute) laryngitis (J05.0)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where J37.0 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is J37.0 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, J37.0 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does J37.0 mean?

J37.0 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Chronic laryngitis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of J37.0?

The parent code of J37.0 is J37 ("Chronic laryngitis and laryngotracheitis"). J37.0 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is J37.0 in?

J37.0 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 J37.0?

Use J37.0 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Chronic laryngitis" 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 laryngitis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Chronic laryngitis is J37.0.

Can J37.0 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, J37.0 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is J37.0 in?

J37.0 is in Chapter 10 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is J37.0 valid for 2026?

Yes, J37.0 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
J37.0
Chronic laryngitis
Billable / Specific Code
10 — Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99)
J30-J39 — Other diseases of upper respiratory tract
2026 ICD-10-CM