J38.2
Nodules of vocal cords
Applicable To
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Chorditis fibrinous) nodosa) tuberosa)
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Singer’s nodes
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Teacher’s nodes
Approximate Synonyms
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Singers’ nodes
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Vocal cord nodule
Clinical Information
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A non-neoplastic growth in the vocal cord. It is characterized by tissue swelling in both vocal cords in a symmetrical manner. It is caused by vocal abuse behavior. Hoarseness is the presenting symptom.
Details
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J38.2 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
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The 2023 edition of ICD-10-CM J38.2 became effective on October 1, 2022.
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This is the American ICD-10-CM version of J38.2 – other international versions of ICD-10 J38.2 may differ.