Other and unspecified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses (J34) ICD-10-CM
The J34 code range covers other and unspecified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses with 19 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 14 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2026, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
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.
- varicose ulcer of nasal septum I86.8
Codes in the J34 Range 19 codes · 14 billable
- J34 Other and unspecified disorders of nose and nasal sinusesNon-billable
- J34.0 Abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of nose
- J34.1 Cyst and mucocele of nose and nasal sinus
- J34.2 Deviated nasal septum
- J34.3 Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
- J34.8 Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinusesNon-billable
- J34.81 Nasal mucositis (ulcerative)
- J34.82 Nasal valve collapseNon-billable
- J34.820 Internal nasal valve collapseNon-billable
- J34.8200 Internal nasal valve collapse, unspecified
- J34.8201 Internal nasal valve collapse, static
- J34.8202 Internal nasal valve collapse, dynamic
- J34.821 External nasal valve collapseNon-billable
- J34.8210 External nasal valve collapse, unspecified
- J34.8211 External nasal valve collapse, static
- J34.8212 External nasal valve collapse, dynamic
- J34.829 Nasal valve collapse, unspecified
- J34.89 Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses
- J34.9 Unspecified disorder of nose and nasal sinuses
Clinical Terms in This Code Range
Definitions from the National Library of Medicine for conditions coded in the J34 range.
Mouth Breathing
Abnormal breathing through the mouth, usually associated with obstructive disorders of the nasal passages.
Nasal Cavity
The proximal portion of the respiratory passages on either side of the NASAL SEPTUM. Nasal cavities, extending from the nares to the NASOPHARYNX, are lined with ciliated NASAL MUCOSA.
Nasal Obstruction
Any hindrance to the passage of air into and out of the nose. The obstruction may be unilateral or bilateral, and may involve any part of the NASAL CAVITY.
Oral Fistula
An abnormal passage within the mouth communicating between two or more anatomical structures.
About the J34 Code Range
ICD-10 code section J34 covers a variety of other and unspecified disorders of the nose and nasal sinuses. This group of codes is used to document specific nasal conditions, including abscesses, cysts, structural deformities, and inflammatory disorders that are not classified elsewhere.
The codes range from J34.0 for conditions like nasal abscesses, boils, and cellulitis (also known as abscess of nasal septum or furuncle of the nasal cavity), to J34.1 for nasal and sinus cysts or mucoceles (including cysts of ethmoid or maxillary sinuses). Structural problems like J34.2 for deviated nasal septum (commonly called nasal deviation) and J34.3 for hypertrophy of nasal turbinates are included. Disorders of the nasal valves, such as internal and external nasal valve collapse, have specific codes like J34.82 and J34.821. J34.89 captures other specified disorders, like nasal obstruction, silent sinus syndrome, or nasal septal perforation, while J34.9 covers unspecified nasal or sinus diseases, providing a coding option for more general nasal complaints. This section supports precise coding for a wide range of nasal conditions important for clinical documentation and insurance claims.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the J34 range?
Of the 19 codes in this range, 14 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 J34 range classify?
The range classifies other and unspecified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses. 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.
