Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM H73 is the diagnosis code for Other disorders of tympanic membrane. 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 non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.
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.
Understanding where H73 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, H73 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
H73 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other disorders of tympanic membrane". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
H73 is located in Section H65-H75 — "Diseases of middle ear and mastoid" within Chapter 8 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
H73 has 5 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: H73.0, H73.1, H73.2, H73.8, H73.9.
Use H73 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other disorders of tympanic membrane" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Other disorders of tympanic membrane is H73.
No, H73 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
H73 is in Chapter 8 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, H73 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.