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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Ear Pain

ICD-10 Coding for Ear Pain

H92.09
H65.01

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

Also Known as:
Otalgia
Earache
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Ear Pain

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Ear Pain

Use ICD-10 code H92.09 for unspecified otalgia, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Unspecified otalgia

Billable Code
H92.09
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Ear pain without specific findings on examination

Applicable To

  • • Ear pain without a specific diagnosis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation supports the absence of a specific diagnosis.

Acute serous otitis media, right ear

Billable Code
H65.01
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Otoscopic findings of fluid
  • • No purulent discharge

Applicable To

  • • Fluid in the middle ear without infection

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'serous' and laterality.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for ear pain?

The ICD-10 code for unspecified ear pain is H92.09. Use this code when no specific diagnosis is confirmed.

When should H65 codes be used for ear pain?

H65 codes are used for ear pain due to otitis media, specifying acute or chronic, and laterality.

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