ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for J39.0
Retropharyngeal and parapharyngeal abscess
Coding Notes & Guidelines for J39.0
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
peritonsillar abscess (J36)
Inclusion Terms
Peripharyngeal abscess
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code J39.0 (Retropharyngeal and parapharyngeal abscess)
ICD-10-CM code J39.0 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 J39.0 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about J39.0 - Retropharyngeal and parapharyngeal abscess. 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 Retropharyngeal and parapharyngeal abscess.