ICD-10 Code H61.92 – Disorder of left external ear, unspecified (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H61.92 – Disorder of left external ear, unspecified
What it is
H61.92 identifies an unspecified disorder affecting the left external ear. Use it when the chart documents a left-sided external ear problem but does not name a more specific diagnosis.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Findings may include visible abnormality, pain, swelling, redness, itching, or other ear changes noted on examination.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider records a disorder of the left external ear but does not specify the exact condition. It is appropriate when the note supports laterality and location, yet the diagnosis remains nonspecific. Check documentation if a more exact ear disorder is described elsewhere.
Do not use for
Do not use H61.92 when the record identifies a specific left external ear condition, such as infection, deformity, or injury. Also avoid it if the documentation does not clearly indicate the left side.
Coding tip
Code to the most specific external ear diagnosis documented; if specificity is missing, verify laterality before assigning H61.92.