ICD-10 Code H92.02 – Otalgia, left ear (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H92.02 – Otalgia, left ear
What it is
H92.02 identifies pain localized to the left ear. Use it when the provider documents otalgia on the left side without a more specific ear disorder explaining the pain.
Clinical signs
Common findings include ear pain, tenderness, or discomfort reported on the left. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation, and look for whether the pain is primary or referred from another source.
When to use this code
Use this code when the record clearly states left ear pain and no definitive ear diagnosis is established. It may also fit visits for evaluation of otalgia when the cause remains unspecified. Code the confirmed underlying condition instead if documented.
Do not use for
Do not use H92.02 if the pain is documented as right ear, bilateral, or generalized ear pain. Also avoid it when a specific diagnosis, such as otitis media or trauma, explains the symptom.
Coding tip
Check laterality carefully; if the note does not specify left ear, you should not assign H92.02.