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J38.4

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Edema of larynx

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

What This Code Means

Swelling of the larynx (voice box) that can obstruct the airway and cause difficulty breathing or hoarseness.

Coding Tips

  • •Determine the underlying cause (allergic, infectious, traumatic) as it may require additional coding
  • •Note severity and whether airway obstruction is present, as this affects clinical management

Excludes 1 — Do NOT code together

  • acute obstructive laryngitis [croup] (J05.0)
  • edematous laryngitis (J04.0)

Code Hierarchy

└J38Diseases of vocal cords and larynx, not elsewhere classified└J38.4Edema of larynx
└J38.4Edema of larynx

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