ICD-10 Code H67.1 – Otitis Media in Diseases Classified Elsewhere, Right Ear (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H67.1 – Otitis media in diseases classified elsewhere, right ear
What it is
This code identifies right-ear otitis media that occurs as a consequence of another documented disease. Use it when the middle-ear infection is secondary to an underlying condition, not a primary ear disease.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Typical findings may include ear pain, hearing changes, ear fullness, or evidence of middle-ear inflammation in the right ear.
When to use this code
Use H67.1 when the record states otitis media of the right ear is due to another disease, such as a systemic or local condition. You should also have the underlying cause documented. If the laterality is not clearly right ear, check documentation before assigning this code.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for primary otitis media without an underlying cause, or when the affected ear is not documented as right. Check documentation if the note only says otitis media, unspecified.
Coding tip
Always code the underlying disease first when it is documented and supported by the record.