ICD-10 Code H81.319 – Aural vertigo, unspecified ear (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H81.319 – Aural vertigo, unspecified ear
What it is
This code identifies vertigo linked to the ear when the specific ear is not documented. Use it for a nonspecific ear-related dizziness diagnosis, not for a confirmed central cause.
Clinical signs
Patients may report spinning, imbalance, nausea, or motion-triggered dizziness. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use H81.319 when the record states aural vertigo and does not identify the affected ear. It also fits when the clinician documents ear-related vertigo without further laterality detail. If the note names a specific ear, code the more specific option instead.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for vertigo clearly documented as central, positional, or due to another defined disorder. Check documentation if the cause is uncertain.
Coding tip
Confirm laterality in the note; unspecified ear codes are appropriate only when the record truly lacks that detail.