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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Mastoid Disease

ICD-10 Coding for Mastoid Disease

H70.0-
H71.2-

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

Also Known as:
Mastoiditis
Cholesteatoma of Mastoid
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Mastoid Disease

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Mastoid Disease

Use ICD-10 code H70.0- for acute mastoiditis, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Acute mastoiditis

Non-Billable
H70.0-
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical_criteria:
  • • Presence of acute symptoms and imaging confirmation

Applicable To

  • • Acute mastoiditis with subperiosteal abscess

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality is specified to avoid unspecified code usage.

Cholesteatoma of mastoid

Non-Billable
H71.2-
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical_criteria:
  • • Imaging showing keratin debris and bone erosion

Applicable To

  • • Cholesteatoma with bone erosion

Important Notes

  • • Document any complications such as bone erosion.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

B95.2

Streptococcus as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere

Use when a bacterial cause is identified for mastoiditis.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is mastoid disease coded in ICD-10?

Mastoid disease is primarily coded under H70.0- for acute mastoiditis and H71.2- for cholesteatoma of the mastoid. Ensure laterality and any causative organisms are documented.

What are the documentation requirements for mastoiditis?

Documentation must include laterality, imaging confirmation, and any associated conditions like otitis media. This ensures accurate coding and billing.

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