H93.25
Billable

Central auditory processing disorder

Billable / Specific Code

What is Central auditory processing disorder?

ICD-10-CM H93.25 is the diagnosis code for Central auditory processing disorder. 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 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.

💡 Inclusions
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for H93.25

✅ This Code Includes

  • Congenital auditory imperception
  • Word deafness

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as H93.25. They are mutually exclusive:

  • mixed receptive-expressive language disorder (F80.2)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where H93.25 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeH93.25 — Central auditory processing disorder
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is H93.25 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, H93.25 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does H93.25 mean?

H93.25 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Central auditory processing disorder". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of H93.25?

The parent code of H93.25 is H93.2 ("Other abnormal auditory perceptions"). H93.25 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is H93.25 in?

H93.25 is located in Section H90-H94 — "Other disorders of ear" within Chapter 8 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use H93.25?

Use H93.25 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Central auditory processing disorder" 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 Central auditory processing disorder?

The ICD-10-CM code for Central auditory processing disorder is H93.25.

Can H93.25 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, H93.25 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is H93.25 in?

H93.25 is in Chapter 8 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from H93.25?

Type 1 Excludes for H93.25 include: mixed receptive-expressive language disorder (F80.2).

Is H93.25 valid for 2026?

Yes, H93.25 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousH93.249Temporary auditory threshold shift, unspecified earNext →H93.29Other abnormal auditory perceptions
Code Details
H93.25
Central auditory processing disorder
Billable / Specific Code
8 — Diseases of the ear and mastoid process (H60-H95)
H90-H94 — Other disorders of ear
2026 ICD-10-CM