Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold] (J00) ICD-10-CM
The J00 code range covers acute nasopharyngitis [common cold] with 1 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 1 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2026, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Inclusion Terms
These terms are the conditions for which that code is to be used. The terms may be synonyms of the code title, or, in the case of "other specified" codes, the terms are a list of the various conditions assigned to that code. The inclusion terms are not necessarily exhaustive. Additional terms found only in the Alphabetic Index may also be assigned to a code.
- Acute rhinitis
- Coryza (acute)
- Infective nasopharyngitis NOS
- Infective rhinitis
- Nasal catarrh, acute
- Nasopharyngitis NOS
Type 1 Excludes
A type 1 excludes note is a pure excludes note. It means "NOT CODED HERE!" An Excludes1 note indicates that the code excluded should never be used at the same time as the code above the Excludes1 note. An Excludes1 is used when two conditions cannot occur together, such as a congenital form versus an acquired form of the same condition.
- acute pharyngitis J02
- acute sore throat NOS J02.9
- influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations J09.X2 J10.1 J11.1
- pharyngitis NOS J02.9
- rhinitis NOS J31.0
- sore throat NOS J02.9
Type 2 Excludes
A type 2 excludes note represents "Not included here". An excludes2 note indicates that the condition excluded is not part of the condition represented by the code, but a patient may have both conditions at the same time. When an Excludes2 note appears under a code, it is acceptable to use both the code and the excluded code together, when appropriate.
Codes in the J00 Range 1 codes · 1 billable
- J00 Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
Clinical Terms in This Code Range
Definitions from the National Library of Medicine for conditions coded in the J00 range.
Allergic Fungal Sinusitis
Fungal infection in the PARANASAL SINUSES characterized by common allergy respiratory symptoms, recurrent NASAL POLYPS and/or ASTHMA with buildup of allergic MUCIN.
Common Cold
A catarrhal disorder of the upper respiratory tract, which may be viral or a mixed infection. It generally involves a runny nose, nasal congestion, and sneezing.
Nasopharyngitis
Inflammation of the NASOPHARYNX, usually including its mucosa, related lymphoid structure, and glands.
Nasopharynx
The top portion of the pharynx situated posterior to the nose and superior to the SOFT PALATE. The nasopharynx is the posterior extension of the nasal cavities and has a respiratory function.
Rhinosinusitis
Obstruction of sinus drainage into the NASAL CAVITY and inflammation of the NASAL MUCOSA in the PARANASAL SINUSES.
Rhinovirus
A genus of PICORNAVIRIDAE inhabiting primarily the respiratory tract of mammalian hosts. It includes over 100 human serotypes associated with the COMMON COLD.
About the J00 Code Range
ICD-10 code J00 is used specifically for acute nasopharyngitis, commonly known as the common cold. This code covers sudden inflammation of the nose and throat that often leads to symptoms like sneezing, a runny nose, and sore throat.
This ICD-10 code applies to various related conditions such as acute irritant rhinitis, non-infective non-allergic rhinitis, acute rhinosinusitis, and other terms like nasopharyngitis and parainfluenza virus pharyngitis. These synonyms reflect the range of upper respiratory infections without bacterial complications that this code encompasses. Medical coders can rely on J00 when documenting cases presenting with typical common cold symptoms or similar upper respiratory irritations. Understanding that the ICD-10 code for common cold is J00 helps ensure accurate diagnosis coding and proper classification in health records.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the J00 range?
Of the 1 codes in this range, 1 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the J00 range classify?
The range classifies acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
