ICD-10 Code H93.2 – Other abnormal auditory perceptions (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H93.2 – Other abnormal auditory perceptions
What it is
H93.2 identifies abnormal hearing sensations or perceptions that are not otherwise classified. Use it when the chart describes unusual auditory perception rather than hearing loss or a specific ear disease.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. You may see reports of unusual sounds, altered sound perception, or other auditory complaints without a more specific diagnosis.
When to use this code
Use H93.2 when the provider documents abnormal auditory perception and does not name a more specific condition. It fits encounters where the symptom is the main reason for evaluation and the record supports this nonspecific ear-related finding.
If the note describes a clearer diagnosis, code that condition instead. Check documentation for tinnitus, hearing loss, or structural ear disorders before assigning H93.2.
Do not use for
Do not use H93.2 for documented tinnitus, hearing loss, or other specific ear diagnoses. If the chart names a distinct disorder, code the more precise condition.
Coding tip
Assign H93.2 only when the documentation supports an abnormal auditory perception and no better-defined code is available.