ICD-10-CM H92.0 is the diagnosis code for Otalgia. This code falls under the section "Other disorders of ear" 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 H92.0 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, H92.0 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
H92.0 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Otalgia". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
The parent code of H92.0 is H92 ("Otalgia and effusion of ear"). H92.0 provides a more specific classification within this category.
H92.0 is located in Section H90-H94 — "Other disorders of ear" within Chapter 8 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
H92.0 has 1918 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: A00, A01, A02, A03, A04 and more.
Use H92.0 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Otalgia" 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 Otalgia is H92.0.
No, H92.0 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
H92.0 is in Chapter 8 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, H92.0 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.