J02.9Billable
Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- 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 J02.9?
J02.9 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Acute pharyngitis, unspecified.
Is J02.9 a billable code?
Yes. J02.9 is billable and specific enough to be used on a claim.
What ICD-10-CM chapter is J02.9 in?
J02.9 falls under Chapter 10: Diseases of the respiratory system.
When did J02.9 become effective?
J02.9 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.
What other codes are related to J02.9?
J02.9 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.