ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for J02.0
Streptococcal pharyngitis
Coding Notes & Guidelines for J02.0
Excludes2: Not Included Here
scarlet fever (A38.-)
Inclusion Terms
- Septic pharyngitis
- Streptococcal sore throat
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code J02.0 (Streptococcal pharyngitis)
ICD-10-CM code J02.0 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM J02.0 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about J02.0 - Streptococcal pharyngitis. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Streptococcal pharyngitis.