ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for hemophilus influenzae laryngotracheitis
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Laryngotracheitis (acute) (Infectional) (infective) (viral) › Hemophilus influenzae”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding hemophilus influenzae laryngotracheitis
The ICD-10-CM code for hemophilus influenzae laryngotracheitis is J04.2 (Acute laryngotracheitis).
Within J04 (acute laryngitis and tracheitis), J04.2 is specifically for acute laryngotracheitis. Related codes cover acute laryngitis (J04.0), acute tracheitis (J04.1) and Supraglottitis, unspecified (J04.3).
Don't report J04.2 together with the conditions in its Excludes1 note: acute obstructive laryngotracheitis (J05.0).
The conditions in its Excludes2 note aren't part of J04.2, but may be coded alongside it if the patient has both: chronic laryngotracheitis (J37.1).
Don't confuse with (Excludes1 for J04.2)
- acute obstructive laryngotracheitis (J05.0)
Common questions about hemophilus influenzae laryngotracheitis ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for hemophilus influenzae laryngotracheitis?
- J04.2 — Acute laryngotracheitis.
Is J04.2 billable?
- Yes. J04.2 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can J04.2 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict J04.2 as a principal diagnosis.
Is J04.2 a CC or MCC?
- No. J04.2 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.