ICD-10 Code H83.8X2 – Other specified diseases of left inner ear (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H83.8X2 – Other specified diseases of left inner ear
What it is
This code identifies a documented disorder affecting the left inner ear when the condition is not named elsewhere in ICD-10-CM. Use it for a specific left-sided inner ear disease that does not fit a more precise code.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Inner ear disorders may present with vertigo, imbalance, hearing changes, tinnitus, or ear fullness, depending on the underlying condition.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents a distinct disease of the left inner ear and no more specific ICD-10-CM code applies. It is appropriate for charted diagnoses such as an unspecified or otherwise classified inner ear disorder limited to the left side. Check documentation for laterality and exact diagnosis.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for right-sided, bilateral, or unspecified inner ear disease. Avoid it when a more specific diagnosis is documented or when the problem is only a symptom, such as dizziness, without a named inner ear disorder.
Coding tip
Confirm that the record supports both the left-sided location and the “other specified” wording before assigning H83.8X2.