H66.015
Billable

Acute suppurative otitis media with spontaneous rupture of ear drum, recurrent, left ear

Billable / Specific Code

What is Acute suppurative otitis media with spontaneous rupture of ear drum, recurrent, left ear?

ICD-10-CM H66.015 is the diagnosis code for Acute suppurative otitis media with spontaneous rupture of ear drum, recurrent, left ear. This code falls under the section "Diseases of middle ear and mastoid" within Chapter 8 — Diseases of the ear and mastoid process (H60-H95). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

Coding Guidelines for H66.015

Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where H66.015 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeH66.015 — Acute suppurative otitis media with spontaneous rupture of ear drum, recurrent, left ear
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is H66.015 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, H66.015 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does H66.015 mean?

H66.015 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Acute suppurative otitis media with spontaneous rupture of ear drum, recurrent, left ear". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of H66.015?

The parent code of H66.015 is H66.01 ("Acute suppurative otitis media with spontaneous rupture of ear drum"). H66.015 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is H66.015 in?

H66.015 is located in Section H65-H75 — "Diseases of middle ear and mastoid" within Chapter 8 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use H66.015?

Use H66.015 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Acute suppurative otitis media with spontaneous rupture of ear drum, recurrent, left ear" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Acute suppurative otitis media with spontaneous rupture of ear drum, recurrent, left ear?

The ICD-10-CM code for Acute suppurative otitis media with spontaneous rupture of ear drum, recurrent, left ear is H66.015.

Can H66.015 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, H66.015 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is H66.015 in?

H66.015 is in Chapter 8 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is H66.015 valid for 2026?

Yes, H66.015 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
H66.015
Acute suppurative otitis media with spontaneous rupture of ear drum, recurrent, left ear
Billable / Specific Code
8 — Diseases of the ear and mastoid process (H60-H95)
H65-H75 — Diseases of middle ear and mastoid
2026 ICD-10-CM