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J38.1

Billable

Polyp of vocal cord and larynx

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

A benign growth or bump on the vocal cord or larynx that may cause hoarseness or voice changes.

Coding Tips

  • •Polyps are typically benign but should be documented and monitored; confirm this is not a malignant neoplasm
  • •Note the location (vocal cord vs. other laryngeal site) and whether it is unilateral or bilateral if documented

Excludes 1 — Do NOT code together

  • adenomatous polyps (D14.1)

Code Hierarchy

└J38Diseases of vocal cords and larynx, not elsewhere classified└J38.1Polyp of vocal cord and larynx
└J38.1Polyp of vocal cord and larynx

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