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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Acute Otitis Media Right Ear

ICD-10 Coding for Acute Otitis Media Right Ear

H65.01
H65.04

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for acute otitis media right ear includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
AOM Right Ear
Ear Infection Right Ear
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Acute Otitis Media Right Ear

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Acute Otitis Media Right Ear

Use ICD-10 code H65.01 for acute serous otitis media, right ear, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Acute serous otitis media, right ear

Billable Code
H65.01
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of serous effusion without purulent discharge.

Applicable To

  • • Serous fluid
  • • Non-purulent effusion

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality is documented as 'right ear'.

Acute serous otitis media, recurrent, right ear

Billable Code
H65.04
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Three or more episodes in six months

Applicable To

  • • Recurrent episodes

Important Notes

  • • Document recurrence clearly in the patient's history.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z77.22

Tobacco smoke exposure

Use if tobacco smoke exposure is documented.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for acute otitis media in the right ear?

The ICD-10 code for acute serous otitis media in the right ear is H65.01. For recurrent cases, use H65.04.

How do you document acute otitis media right ear?

Document the type of fluid (serous or purulent), laterality (right ear), and any recurrent episodes. Include otoscopy findings.

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