ICD-10 Code H92.2 – Otorrhagia (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H92.2 – Otorrhagia
What it is
Otorrhagia means bleeding from the ear. Use this code when documentation specifically identifies ear hemorrhage, whether from the external canal or another ear source.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include visible blood from the ear, blood on the ear canal or pinna, and possible ear pain or trauma history. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use H92.2 when the provider documents otorrhagia, ear bleeding, or hemorrhage of the ear as the diagnosis. It may apply after trauma, instrumentation, or spontaneous bleeding if the note supports the condition. Code the documented cause separately when available.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for ear pain, infection, or drainage without bleeding. Check documentation if the finding is blood-tinged discharge rather than true otorrhagia.
Coding tip
Assign H92.2 only when the record clearly states ear bleeding, and add any documented external cause code when appropriate.