ICD-10 Code H81.3 – Other Peripheral Vertigo (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H81.3 – Other peripheral vertigo
What it is
H81.3 identifies peripheral vertigo that does not fit a more specific diagnosis. It refers to dizziness or spinning sensation arising from the inner ear or vestibular system rather than the brain.
Clinical signs
Typical features include vertigo, imbalance, nausea, or nystagmus. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation, and confirm the provider has identified a peripheral cause.
When to use this code
Use H81.3 when the record states peripheral vertigo but does not name a more specific disorder such as benign paroxysmal positional vertigo or labyrinthitis. It also fits cases where the clinician documents vertigo of peripheral origin without further detail. You should code the documented diagnosis, not the symptom alone, when a cause is recorded.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for central vertigo, nonspecific dizziness, or motion sickness. If the note identifies a more specific vestibular disorder, code that condition instead.
Coding tip
Check the chart for a named vestibular disorder before assigning H81.3, because a more specific code may be available.