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J32 ⚠ Non-billable

Chronic sinusitis

ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Diseases of the Respiratory System

Code
J32
System
ICD-10-CM
Billable
No — use specific code
Effective
FY2026
Chapter
Diseases of the Respiratory System
Source
CMS / CDC NCHS
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Official coding notes

From CMS's ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Includes
  • sinus abscess
  • sinus empyema
  • sinus infection
  • sinus suppuration
Excludes2 — not included here, but may code together
  • acute sinusitis (J01.-)
Use additional code
  • code to identify:
  • infectious agent (B95-B97)

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code J32?
ICD-10-CM code J32 represents Chronic sinusitis. It is a non-billable header code requiring a more specific subcategory in the Diseases of the Respiratory System chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
Is J32 billable?
No. J32 is a non-billable header. Select a more specific subcategory for claims submission.
What chapter is J32 in?
J32 belongs to the Diseases of the Respiratory System chapter (J00–J99) of ICD-10-CM.

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