ICD-10-CM
ICD-10 code for Epiglottitis: J05.10
The ICD-10-CM index points "Epiglottitis" to J05.10, Acute epiglottitis without obstruction. J05.10 is a billable code.
Source: CDC ICD-10-CM FY2027 Alphabetic Index file dated June 16, 2026. Publisher page
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Index subterms
A header groups codes and is not billed. A billable code is one you can report.
More specific codes in J05
A header groups codes and is not billed. A billable code is one you can report.
Code also
The CDC tabular list says a second code may be needed with this one. The note does not set which is listed first.
From J05. A note on a category applies to every code under it.
Code also, influenza, if present, such as:
Use additional code
The CDC tabular list says to add the code named here after this one when it applies.
From J05. A note on a category applies to every code under it.
Use additional code (B95-B97) to identify infectious agent.
Excludes2
Excludes2 means the other condition can be reported with this one when both are documented.
From J05.1. A note on a category applies to every code under it.
Related conditions
Related pages
- J05.10 code detailsNotes, nearby codes, CMS-HCC group
- Category J05Every 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 Epiglottitis?
The ICD-10-CM index points "Epiglottitis" to J05.10, Acute epiglottitis without obstruction. J05.10 is a billable code.
Is J05.10 billable?
Yes. J05.10 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 J05.10?
The CDC tabular list gives 1 Excludes2 note (may be coded together when both are documented), 1 "use additional code" note for J05.10 and the categories above it. They are listed on this page.
What chapter is J05.10 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.