J35.8

✓ Billable

Other chronic diseases of tonsils and adenoids

Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99)

Also Known As

Adenoid vegetationsAmygdalolithCalculus, tonsilCicatrix of tonsil (and adenoid)Tonsillar tagUlcer of tonsil

✓ No additional coding notes for J35.8

Clinical Description

ICD-10-CM code J35.8 represents other chronic diseases of tonsils and adenoids. This code falls under the Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99) classification. It is a billable/specific code valid for HIPAA-covered transactions as of October 1, 2025 (FY2026). This code can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes on insurance claims.

This is a 5-character code at the 4th level of specificity. This is the most specific code available in this subcategory.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ICD-10 code J35.8?

ICD-10-CM code J35.8 is "Other chronic diseases of tonsils and adenoids". It belongs to the category: Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99).

Is J35.8 a billable ICD-10 code?

Yes, J35.8 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

Related Codes in J35

Other codes in the same category that may be relevant for differential coding:

J35.0Chronic tonsillitis and adenoiditis J35.1Hypertrophy of tonsils J35.2Hypertrophy of adenoids J35.3Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids J35.9Chronic disease of tonsils and adenoids, unspecified

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Code Information

CodeJ35.8

BillableYes

ParentJ35

CategoryDiseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99)

Excludes10 rule(s)

Excludes20 note(s)

Data Source

CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List

Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)