2025 Sore Throat ICD 10 Code J02.9

• Gangrenous pharyngitis (acute)

• Infective pharyngitis (acute) NOS

• Pharyngitis (acute) NOS

• Sore throat (acute) NOS

• Suppurative pharyngitis (acute)

• Ulcerative pharyngitis (acute)

• influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations (J09.X2, J10.1, J11.1)

• acetaminophen, benzocaine, cefaclor, cefadroxil, cefuroxime, cefalexin, guaifenesin, lidocaine, thalidomide, azithromycin, cefprozil, cefpodoxime, cefixime, amlexanox, zanamivir, cefditoren, oseltamivir, peramivir

J00-J99 :

Diseases of the respiratory system

J00-J06 :

Acute upper respiratory infections

J02 :

Acute pharyngitis

What is Sore Throat?

A sore throat is mainly characterized by a painful, extremely dry, or the scratchy sensation in the throat.Sore Throat ICD 10 (J02.9), also known as, Acute Pharyngitis ICD 10, Pharyngitis ICD 10 or Viral Pharyngitis ICD 10, it refers to discomfort, pain, or irritation in the throat that often worsens when swallowing. It can be caused by infections such as viruses or bacteria, or environmental factors like dry air. Sore throat is a very common sign and symptom of colds, flu, and other respiratory illnesses.

Why is Sore throat ICD 10 Happening?

Sore throat ICD 10 can be caused by:

• Infections:

  Viral infections like colds and flu, bacterial infections like strep throat.

• Environmental Factors:

  Dry air, pollution, and smoking.

• Allergies:

  Reaction to allergens like pollen or pet dander.

Treatment Options for Acute Pharyngitis ICD 10 Code

• Medications:

  Th pain relievers or the pain killers such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen.

• Home Remedies:

  Warm salt water gargles, throat lozenges.

Diagnostics for Sore Throat ICD 10 Code

• Physical Examination:

  To check for the different signs of infection.

• Throat Swab:

  To test for bacterial infections like strep throat.

Symptoms for Sore Throat ICD 10

• Pain or scratchy sensation in the throat.
• Difficulty swallowing.
• Red and swollen tonsils.
• Hoarseness or loss of voice.

Types

Sore throats can be categorized into three main types which is based on the specific area of the throat that is affected:

• Pharyngitis:

  This type involves swelling and soreness in the pharynx, which is the main part of the throat right behind the mouth and the nasal cavity.

• Tonsillitis:

  This condition is characterized by the inflammation and the extreme redness of the tonsils, the soft tissue masses which is located at the mouth back.

• Laryngitis:

  This type affects the larynx or voice box, leading to its swelling and redness.