ICD-10 Code H93.8X3 – Other specified disorders of ear, bilateral (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide

The ICD-10 code for Other specified disorders of ear, bilateral is H93.8X3.
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H93.8X3 – Other specified disorders of ear, bilateral

What it is

H93.8X3 identifies a bilateral ear disorder that is not classified elsewhere in ICD-10-CM. Use it when the provider documents a specific ear condition affecting both ears, but no more precise code is available.

Clinical signs

Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Findings may include bilateral ear discomfort, fullness, abnormal ear examination, or other nonspecific ear-related symptoms when the diagnosis is documented as an “other specified” disorder.

When to use this code

Use this code when the record clearly states a bilateral ear disorder and the condition does not fit a more specific ICD-10-CM category. It is appropriate for documented diagnoses such as “other specified disorder of ear, bilateral” or similar wording. Check documentation if laterality or specificity is unclear.

Do not use for

Do not use this code for common ear diseases with dedicated codes, such as otitis media, hearing loss, or cerumen impaction. Also avoid it when the condition is unilateral or when the provider has documented a more specific diagnosis.

Coding tip

Confirm both laterality and the exact diagnosis wording before assigning H93.8X3.

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