J02Header code — not billable
Acute pharyngitis
- Chapter
- 10. Diseases of the respiratory system
- Category
- J02
- Effective date
- October 1, 2026
Related codes in category J02
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code J02?
J02 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Acute pharyngitis.
Is J02 a billable code?
No. J02 is a category/header code, not billable on its own — use one of its more specific child codes instead.
What ICD-10-CM chapter is J02 in?
J02 falls under Chapter 10: Diseases of the respiratory system.
When did J02 become effective?
J02 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.
What other codes are related to J02?
J02 belongs to category J02, which includes 3 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.
ICD-10-CM data maintained by CDC/CMS (public domain). Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making coding or billing decisions.