J00Billable

Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]

Chapter
10. Diseases of the respiratory system
Category
J00
Effective date
October 1, 2026

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code J00?

J00 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold].

Is J00 a billable code?

Yes. J00 is billable and specific enough to be used on a claim.

What ICD-10-CM chapter is J00 in?

J00 falls under Chapter 10: Diseases of the respiratory system.

When did J00 become effective?

J00 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.

ICD-10-CM data maintained by CDC/CMS (public domain). Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making coding or billing decisions.