J32.1

Billable

Chronic frontal sinusitis

J32.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for Chronic frontal sinusitis. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
J00-J99
Parent
J32
Edition
FY2026

J00-J99 Diseases of the respiratory system

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

Sinusitis means your sinuses are inflamed. The cause can be an infection or another problem. Your sinuses are hollow air spaces within the bones surrounding the nose. They produce mucus, which drains into the nose. If your nose is swollen, this can block the sinuses and cause pain. There are several types of sinusitis, including: Acute, which lasts up to 4 weeks Subacute, which lasts 4 to 12 weeks Chronic, which…

Read more about Sinusitis at MedlinePlus ↗

Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.

Includes

  • Frontal sinusitis NOS

Medications indicated for this condition

FDA labeling

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Conditions mapped to this code

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Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code J32.1?
J32.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Chronic frontal sinusitis". It falls under J00-J99 Diseases of the respiratory system.
Is J32.1 a billable code?
Yes — J32.1 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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