Odontogenic sinusitis, sphenoid sinus
Under J34.83 Odontogenic sinusitis, in Other diseases of upper respiratory tract (J30-J39), chapter 10: Diseases of the Respiratory System
- J34.833 is billable and valid on claims for FY 2027. If the record has more detail, check the other codes under J34.83 below.
- As a secondary diagnosis it is not a CC or MCC, so it doesn't raise the MS-DRG payment.
Also indexed as: Sinusitis, odontogenic NOS, sphenoid sinus
Instructional notes
Also applies, from J34: Other and unspecified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses
These notes sit on J34 and apply to every code under it, including J34.833.
Excludes2: not included here, code separately if applicable
- varicose ulcer of nasal septum (I86.8)
Other codes under J34.83
Odontogenic sinusitis
- J34.830Odontogenic sinusitis, maxillary sinus
- J34.831Odontogenic sinusitis, ethmoid sinus
- J34.832Odontogenic sinusitis, frontal sinus
- J34.833Odontogenic sinusitis, sphenoid sinus(this code)
- J34.839Odontogenic sinusitis, unspecified
MS-DRGs
As the principal diagnosis, this code groups to these MS-DRGs (v44.0). Which one applies depends on procedures performed, secondary diagnoses (CC/MCC), and the patient's age and discharge status.
About the condition
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Nose Injuries and Disorders
Your nose is important to your health. It filters the air you breathe, removing dust, germs, and irritants. It warms and moistens the air to keep your lungs and tubes that lead to them from drying out. Your nose also contains the nerve cells that help your sense of smell. When there is a problem with your nose, your whole body can suffer. For example, the stuffy nose of the common cold can make it hard for you to breathe, sleep, or get comfortable.
Read more about nose injuries and disorders on MedlinePlusCode history
Added in FY2027 (effective October 1, 2026). Before that, these cases were coded as J34.89 (Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses). No changes since.
