ICD-10 Code H61.123 – Hematoma of pinna, bilateral (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H61.123 – Hematoma of pinna, bilateral
What it is
H61.123 identifies a hematoma affecting both pinnae, meaning blood has collected in the outer ear after trauma or pressure. Use it when documentation clearly states bilateral involvement.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include swelling, bruising, tenderness, and a fluctuant auricular mass on both sides. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation if the record does not clearly describe trauma-related ear swelling.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents a hematoma of both pinnae, such as after blunt trauma, sports injury, or prolonged pressure. It is appropriate when the note specifies bilateral ear involvement and does not describe another more specific ear condition.
If the record only mentions one ear, code the unilateral site instead. Check documentation when the cause, laterality, or exact auricular structure is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use H61.123 for ear canal hematoma, auricular cellulitis, or nonspecific ear swelling without documented hematoma. Do not assign it when only one pinna is involved.
Coding tip
Confirm both laterality and the anatomic site in the provider note before assigning H61.123.