ICD-10 Code H95.819 – Postprocedural stenosis of unspecified external ear canal (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H95.819 – Postprocedural stenosis of unspecified external ear canal
What it is
This code identifies narrowing of the external ear canal that occurs after a procedure or surgery. It applies when the affected side is not specified in the documentation.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Findings may include reduced ear canal patency, hearing complaints, or difficulty with ear examination after prior intervention.
When to use this code
Use H95.819 when the record clearly states postprocedural stenosis of the external ear canal and does not identify right or left. It fits follow-up or complication documentation after an ear procedure. Code only when the stenosis is attributed to the procedure.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for congenital narrowing, inflammatory canal swelling, or unspecified ear pain without documented stenosis. Check documentation if the record does not link the narrowing to a prior procedure.
Coding tip
Confirm both the postprocedural cause and the unspecified laterality before assigning H95.819.