ICD-10 Code H83.8X3 – Other specified diseases of inner ear, bilateral (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H83.8X3 – Other specified diseases of inner ear, bilateral
What it is
This code identifies a bilateral inner ear disorder that is specified in the record but does not fit a more specific ICD-10-CM diagnosis. Use it when both inner ears are affected and the documented condition remains otherwise unclassified.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Commonly recorded findings may include hearing changes, imbalance, vertigo, or other vestibular complaints involving both ears.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents a specific bilateral inner ear disease and no more precise code is available. It is appropriate when the chart clearly states the condition affects both sides and supports an “other specified” diagnosis. Check documentation if the laterality or exact disorder is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for unilateral inner ear disease or for a condition that has its own more specific ICD-10-CM code. If the record only says “ear disorder” or is nonspecific, check documentation.
Coding tip
Confirm both the bilateral laterality and the provider’s exact wording before assigning H83.8X3.