From the Research
The ICD-10 code for seasonal allergies is J30.2, which specifically represents "Other seasonal allergic rhinitis." This code is used for documenting hay fever or seasonal allergic rhinitis in medical records and for billing purposes. If the allergies occur year-round rather than seasonally, the appropriate code would be J30.1 for "Allergic rhinitis due to pollen." When documenting seasonal allergies, healthcare providers should specify the known allergens if possible (such as tree pollen, grass pollen, or ragweed) to ensure accurate coding 1. The ICD-10 coding system helps standardize medical diagnoses across healthcare settings and is essential for proper medical record documentation, insurance claims processing, and tracking disease prevalence. For patients with seasonal allergies, this diagnosis code is typically accompanied by a treatment plan that may include antihistamines, nasal corticosteroids, or other allergy medications, as discussed in recent studies 2, 3, 4. Key considerations in managing seasonal allergies include avoiding inciting allergens and selecting therapies based on the severity and frequency of symptoms, as well as patient preference 1. Healthcare providers should be aware of the various treatment options available, including second-generation H1 antihistamines, intranasal antihistamines, and intranasal corticosteroids, to provide effective care for patients with seasonal allergies. In clinical practice, the choice of treatment should prioritize reducing symptoms, improving quality of life, and minimizing potential side effects, guided by the most recent and highest-quality evidence available 1.