J39.3
Billable

Upper respiratory tract hypersensitivity reaction, site unspecified

Billable / Specific Code

What is Upper respiratory tract hypersensitivity reaction, site unspecified?

ICD-10-CM J39.3 is the diagnosis code for Upper respiratory tract hypersensitivity reaction, site unspecified. 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for J39.3

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as J39.3. They are mutually exclusive:

  • hypersensitivity reaction of upper respiratory tract, such as:
  • extrinsic allergic alveolitis (J67.9)
  • pneumoconiosis (J60-J67.9)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where J39.3 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeJ39.3 — Upper respiratory tract hypersensitivity reaction, site unspecified
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is J39.3 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, J39.3 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does J39.3 mean?

J39.3 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Upper respiratory tract hypersensitivity reaction, site unspecified". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of J39.3?

The parent code of J39.3 is J39 ("Other diseases of upper respiratory tract"). J39.3 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is J39.3 in?

J39.3 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 J39.3?

Use J39.3 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Upper respiratory tract hypersensitivity reaction, site unspecified" 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 Upper respiratory tract hypersensitivity reaction, site unspecified?

The ICD-10-CM code for Upper respiratory tract hypersensitivity reaction, site unspecified is J39.3.

Can J39.3 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, J39.3 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is J39.3 in?

J39.3 is in Chapter 10 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from J39.3?

Type 1 Excludes for J39.3 include: hypersensitivity reaction of upper respiratory tract, such as:; extrinsic allergic alveolitis (J67.9); pneumoconiosis (J60-J67.9).

Is J39.3 valid for 2026?

Yes, J39.3 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
J39.3
Upper respiratory tract hypersensitivity reaction, site unspecified
Billable / Specific Code
10 — Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99)
J30-J39 — Other diseases of upper respiratory tract
2026 ICD-10-CM