ICD-10 Code H73.092 – Other acute myringitis, left ear (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H73.092 – Other acute myringitis, left ear
What it is
This code identifies an acute inflammatory condition of the left tympanic membrane that is not otherwise specified as a more common type of myringitis. Use it when documentation clearly states other acute myringitis in the left ear.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Typical findings may include ear pain, a red or inflamed tympanic membrane, and acute onset symptoms limited to the left ear.
When to use this code
Use H73.092 when the provider documents other acute myringitis affecting only the left ear. It is appropriate when the note distinguishes this from otitis media or another ear disorder and does not specify a different myringitis type.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for nonspecific ear pain, otitis media, or chronic tympanic membrane disorders. Check documentation if the record does not clearly identify an acute left-sided myringitis diagnosis.
Coding tip
Confirm laterality and the word “acute” in the provider note before assigning H73.092.