ICD-10-CM
ICD-10 code for Chronic sinusitis: J32.9
The CDC title for "Chronic sinusitis" is J32 (Chronic sinusitis), a header that is not billable. When nothing more specific is documented, the billable code is J32.9, Chronic sinusitis, unspecified.
Source: CDC ICD-10-CM FY2027 order file dated June 16, 2026. Publisher page
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Codes under J32, then other CDC titles that name chronic sinusitis
A header groups codes and is not billed. A billable code is one you can report.
Use additional code
The CDC tabular list says to add the code named here after this one when it applies.
From J32. A note on a category applies to every code under it.
Use additional code to identify:
Excludes2
Excludes2 means the other condition can be reported with this one when both are documented.
From J32. A note on a category applies to every code under it.
Related conditions
Related pages
- J32.9 code detailsNotes, nearby codes, CMS-HCC group
- Category J32Every code under it
- Chapter 10Diseases of the respiratory system
- ICD-10 codes by conditionA to Z
- Check a list of ICD-10 codes
- Denial code CO-11Diagnosis does not support the procedure
- Denial code CO-146Diagnosis invalid for the date of service
- HCPCS Level II code lookup
Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for Chronic sinusitis?
The CDC title for "Chronic sinusitis" is J32 (Chronic sinusitis), a header that is not billable. When nothing more specific is documented, the billable code is J32.9, Chronic sinusitis, unspecified.
Is J32.9 billable?
Yes. J32.9 is a billable code in the FY2027 ICD-10-CM file. Use a more specific code when the record documents one.
What documentation notes apply to J32.9?
The CDC tabular list gives 1 Excludes2 note (may be coded together when both are documented), 2 "use additional code" notes for J32.9 and the categories above it. They are listed on this page.
What chapter is J32.9 in?
Chapter 10. Diseases of the respiratory system.
When do ICD-10-CM codes change?
Every October 1, with the new fiscal year file. Some years add April 1 updates. This page uses the FY2027 file, effective October 1, 2026.