ICD-10 Code H61.119 – Acquired deformity of pinna, unspecified ear (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H61.119 – Acquired deformity of pinna, unspecified ear
What it is
This code identifies an acquired change in the shape or structure of the outer ear (pinna) when the affected ear is not specified. Use it for deformities that develop after birth, not for congenital ear anomalies.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include visible distortion, asymmetry, or loss of normal pinna contour. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for the exact ear involved and the cause of the deformity.
When to use this code
Use H61.119 when the record documents an acquired pinna deformity but does not identify left or right ear. It fits post-traumatic, post-surgical, or other acquired shape changes when the provider does not specify laterality. If the note gives more detail, code that instead.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for congenital ear deformities, ear lacerations, or simple external ear pain without deformity. Check documentation if the condition is described as an ear mass, infection, or skin lesion rather than a pinna deformity.
Coding tip
Always look for laterality in the chart; if the ear is specified, choose the more specific code.