ICD-10 Code H92.03 – Otalgia, bilateral (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H92.03 – Otalgia, bilateral
What it is
H92.03 identifies pain in both ears. Use it when the documentation states bilateral otalgia or ear pain affecting both sides, without a more specific ear disorder explaining the symptom.
Clinical signs
Typical documentation includes bilateral ear pain, tenderness, or discomfort reported by the patient. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for associated findings such as hearing changes, fever, or ear drainage.
When to use this code
Use H92.03 when the provider documents bilateral ear pain as the reason for the visit or as a listed diagnosis. It is appropriate when the symptom is documented clearly and no definitive underlying cause is recorded.
If the chart identifies an ear infection, trauma, or another specific condition causing the pain, code that condition instead of the symptom. Check documentation when laterality is unclear or when the pain is described only as ear pain.
Do not use for
Do not use H92.03 for unilateral otalgia, which requires a different laterality code. Do not assign it when the record supports a more specific diagnosis, such as otitis media or external ear disease.
Coding tip
Always verify laterality in the note; bilateral pain must be explicitly documented to support H92.03.