Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

This code signifies inflammation of the nasal passages caused by an allergic reaction specifically to pollen. Patients typically experience symptoms such as sneezing, nasal congestion, rhinorrhea, and itchy eyes, nose, or throat, occurring seasonally.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates allergic rhinitis with a confirmed or suspected trigger of pollen. This diagnosis is often made based on patient history of seasonal symptoms, physical examination findings, and sometimes allergy testing confirming pollen sensitivity.

• Ensure the documentation specifies pollen as the allergen, not other environmental allergens.
• Distinguish from perennial allergic rhinitis (J30.2) or other specified allergic rhinitis (J30.8).
• Consider sequencing with codes for associated conditions like allergic conjunctivitis if documented.