Is J04 a billable code?
No. J04 is a header code that groups 6 more specific codes. Use one of the billable codes listed on this page instead.
ICD-10-CM FY2027 diagnosis code
J04: Acute laryngitis and tracheitis
Header code: not billableValid for dates of service October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2027
J04 groups related diagnoses under acute laryngitis and tracheitis. It cannot be used on a claim by itself. Choose the billable code below that matches the patient's record.
J04 questions
What does J04 mean?
J04 is the ICD-10-CM code for Acute laryngitis and tracheitis. It is in chapter 10, Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99).
Code titles come from the official ICD-10-CM files published by the CDC National Center for Health Statistics. Always check payer rules and the clinical record before billing.