Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup] and epiglottitis (J05) ICD-10-CM
The J05 code range covers acute obstructive laryngitis [croup] and epiglottitis with 5 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 3 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2027, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Code Also
A "code also" note instructs that two codes may be required to fully describe a condition, but this note does not provide sequencing direction.
- , influenza, if present, such as:
- influenza due to identified novel influenza A virus with other respiratory manifestations J09.X2
- influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations J10.1
- influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations J11.1
Use Additional Code
The “use additional code” indicates that a secondary code could be used to further specify the patient’s condition. This note is not mandatory and is only used if enough information is available to assign an additional code.
Codes in the J05 Range 5 codes · 3 billable
Clinical Terms in This Code Range
Definitions from the National Library of Medicine for conditions coded in the J05 range.
Croup
Inflammation involving the GLOTTIS or VOCAL CORDS and the subglottic larynx. Croup is characterized by a barking cough, HOARSENESS, and persistent inspiratory STRIDOR (a high-pitched breathing sound). It occurs chiefly in infants and children.
Epiglottitis
Inflammation of the EPIGLOTTIS.
About the J05 Code Range
These acute upper respiratory conditions are croup, an obstructive form of laryngitis, and epiglottitis.
J05.0 identifies croup. Epiglottitis falls under J05.1, with separate codes for cases without obstruction and with obstruction.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the J05 range?
Of the 5 codes in this range, 3 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the J05 range classify?
The range classifies acute obstructive laryngitis [croup] and epiglottitis. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2027 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
