J38Header code — not billable
Diseases of vocal cords and larynx, not elsewhere classified
- Chapter
- 10. Diseases of the respiratory system
- Category
- J38
- Effective date
- October 1, 2026
Related codes in category J38
J38.0Paralysis of vocal cords and larynxJ38.00Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unspecifiedYesJ38.01Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unilateralYesJ38.02Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, bilateralYesJ38.1Polyp of vocal cord and larynxYesJ38.2Nodules of vocal cordsYesJ38.3Other diseases of vocal cordsYesJ38.4Edema of larynxYesJ38.5Laryngeal spasmYesJ38.6Stenosis of larynxYesJ38.7Other diseases of larynxYes
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code J38?
J38 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Diseases of vocal cords and larynx, not elsewhere classified.
Is J38 a billable code?
No. J38 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 J38 in?
J38 falls under Chapter 10: Diseases of the respiratory system.
When did J38 become effective?
J38 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.
What other codes are related to J38?
J38 belongs to category J38, which includes 11 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.
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