ICD-10 Code H91.1 – Presbycusis (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H91.1 – Presbycusis
What it is
H91.1 identifies age-related hearing loss, usually a gradual decline in hearing that develops with aging. It is used when the documentation specifically indicates presbycusis.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include slowly progressive bilateral hearing difficulty, especially with higher-pitched sounds and speech understanding in noisy settings. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use H91.1 when the provider documents presbycusis, age-related hearing loss, or senile hearing loss. This code fits cases where the hearing loss is attributed to aging rather than infection, trauma, or another specific cause.
If the record only says “hearing loss” without a cause, check documentation before assigning this code.
Do not use for
Do not use H91.1 for conductive hearing loss, sudden hearing loss, or hearing loss from otitis media, noise exposure, or injury. Check documentation if the cause is not clearly age-related.
Coding tip
Assign H91.1 only when the provider links the hearing loss to aging; otherwise, code the documented type or cause instead.