ICD-10 Code H93.229 – Diplacusis, unspecified ear (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H93.229 – Diplacusis, unspecified ear
What it is
H93.229 identifies diplacusis, a hearing disturbance where the same sound is perceived as two different pitches or timing patterns. Use it when the record specifies diplacusis but does not name the affected ear.
Clinical signs
Patients may report double hearing, pitch mismatch, or one ear sounding different from the other. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use this code when the clinician documents diplacusis and laterality is not stated. It is appropriate for outpatient, specialty, or audiology notes that clearly describe the condition. If the record identifies a specific ear, code the more specific option instead.
Do not use for
Do not use it for general hearing loss, tinnitus, or nonspecific ear complaints without documented diplacusis. Check documentation if the symptom is described differently or another diagnosis explains it.
Coding tip
Confirm both the diagnosis and laterality in the note before assigning H93.229.