Strep Throat ICD-10-CM Codes

Strep Throat ICD-10-CM Codes

Learn about the strep throat ICD-10-CM codes you can use through this guide.

By Matt Olivares on Aug 8, 2025.

Fact Checked by Karina Jimenea.

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What ICD-10 codes are used for strep throat?

Strep throat is a bacterial infection caused by group A Streptococcus bacteria. Here are the commonly used strep throat ICD codes:

  • J02.0 - Streptococcal pharyngitis: This code is intended for use when a patient has been confirmed to have streptococcal pharyngitis, commonly referred to as strep throat.
  • J03.00 - Acute streptococcal tonsillitis, unspecified: This is meant to be used if the patient is confirmed to have streptococcal tonsillitis, which is caused by the same bacteria that causes strep throat.
  • J03.01 - Acute recurrent streptococcal tonsillitis: Same as the previous code, but the strep tonsillitis is recurrent.

Which strep throat ICD codes are billable?

All three of these strep throat ICD-10-CM codes are valid and billable.

Clinical information

Strep throat is a common bacterial infection that primarily affects the throat and tonsils. Here's what you need to know:

  • Symptoms often include a sore throat, fever, swollen lymph nodes, and white tonsil patches.
  • It is highly contagious and spreads through respiratory droplets.
  • Diagnosis is usually confirmed through a rapid strep test or throat culture.
  • Treatment typically involves antibiotics like penicillin or amoxicillin to kill the bacteria.
  • Completing the entire course of antibiotics is crucial to prevent complications like rheumatic fever.

Synonyms include

  • Streptococcal sore throat
  • Streptococcal pharyngitis
  • Streptococcal tonsillitis
  • Group A strep throat
  • GAS throat infection
  • Acute pharyngitis (streptococcal)
  • Chronic pharyngitis due to streptococcal bacteria
  • Acute tonsillitis (streptococcal)
  • Acute recurrent tonsillitis (streptococcal)
  • Severe sore throat due to streptococcal pharyngitis
  • Streptococcal pharyngitis with scarlet fever

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Commonly asked questions

Strep throat is typically diagnosed through a rapid strep test or a throat culture, where a swab is taken from the back of the throat to test for streptococcal bacteria.

Treatment for strep throat usually involves antibiotics like penicillin or amoxicillin to kill the bacteria. Over-the-counter pain relievers may also be used to manage symptoms.

Strep throat is highly contagious and can spread through respiratory droplets from coughing, sneezing, or close contact with an infected person. It's essential to practice good hygiene to prevent the spread of the infection.

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