ICD-10 Code H82.2 – Vertiginous syndromes in diseases classified elsewhere, left ear (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H82.2 – Vertiginous syndromes in diseases classified elsewhere, left ear
What it is
H82.2 identifies vertigo or vertiginous symptoms that are caused by another disease and are specifically linked to the left ear. Use it when the record shows an underlying condition with left-sided ear involvement.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Commonly documented findings include dizziness, spinning sensation, imbalance, or nystagmus, with the source attributed to a disorder affecting the left ear.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents vertiginous syndrome secondary to another condition and specifies the left ear as the affected side. It is appropriate when the ear involvement is clear in the note and the vertigo is not coded as a primary standalone disorder.
If the chart only says “vertigo” without a cause or laterality, check documentation before assigning H82.2. Code the underlying disease first when it is the reason for the vertiginous symptoms.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for nonspecific dizziness, general balance complaints, or vertigo without documented left-ear involvement. Check documentation if the cause is not stated or if another diagnosis better explains the symptom.
Coding tip
Verify both the secondary cause and the left-sided ear documentation before coding H82.2.