ICD-10 Code H61.12 – Hematoma of pinna (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H61.12 – Hematoma of pinna
What it is
H61.12 identifies a collection of blood within the pinna, the outer ear. It usually follows blunt trauma or pressure injury and causes localized swelling of the ear.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include a tender, swollen, fluctuant auricle with possible bruising or ear contour distortion. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use this code when the record documents a hematoma limited to the pinna, such as after sports injury, assault, or accidental impact. Code it when the provider specifically identifies the outer ear as the site. If the note describes a different ear condition or does not confirm hematoma, check documentation.
Do not use for
Do not use it for hematoma of the ear canal, middle ear, or unspecified ear injury. Do not assign it when the chart only mentions swelling without confirming hematoma.
Coding tip
Verify that the documentation names the pinna or auricle, because site specificity determines correct code selection.