H93
Non-Billable

Other disorders of ear, not elsewhere classified

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Other disorders of ear, not elsewhere classified?

ICD-10-CM H93 is the diagnosis code for Other disorders of ear, not elsewhere classified. 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.

Coding Guidelines for H93

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 H93 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeH93 — Other disorders of ear, not elsewhere classified
Sub-Codes 7 entries
H93.0Degenerative and vascular disorders of earNon-BillableH93.01Transient ischemic deafnessNon-BillableH93.011Transient ischemic deafness, right earBillableH93.012Transient ischemic deafness, left earBillableH93.013Transient ischemic deafness, bilateralBillableH93.019Transient ischemic deafness, unspecified earBillableH93.09Unspecified degenerative and vascular disorders of earNon-BillableH93.091Unspecified degenerative and vascular disorders of right earBillableH93.092Unspecified degenerative and vascular disorders of left earBillableH93.093Unspecified degenerative and vascular disorders of ear, bilateralBillableH93.099Unspecified degenerative and vascular disorders of unspecified earBillableH93.1TinnitusNon-BillableH93.11Tinnitus, right earBillableH93.12Tinnitus, left earBillableH93.13Tinnitus, bilateralBillableH93.19Tinnitus, unspecified earBillableH93.2Other abnormal auditory perceptionsNon-BillableH93.21Auditory recruitmentNon-BillableH93.211Auditory recruitment, right earBillableH93.212Auditory recruitment, left earBillableH93.213Auditory recruitment, bilateralBillableH93.219Auditory recruitment, unspecified earBillableH93.22DiplacusisNon-BillableH93.221Diplacusis, right earBillableH93.222Diplacusis, left earBillableH93.223Diplacusis, bilateralBillableH93.229Diplacusis, unspecified earBillableH93.23HyperacusisNon-BillableH93.231Hyperacusis, right earBillableH93.232Hyperacusis, left earBillableH93.233Hyperacusis, bilateralBillableH93.239Hyperacusis, unspecified earBillableH93.24Temporary auditory threshold shiftNon-BillableH93.241Temporary auditory threshold shift, right earBillableH93.242Temporary auditory threshold shift, left earBillableH93.243Temporary auditory threshold shift, bilateralBillableH93.249Temporary auditory threshold shift, unspecified earBillableH93.25Central auditory processing disorderBillableH93.29Other abnormal auditory perceptionsNon-BillableH93.291Other abnormal auditory perceptions, right earBillableH93.292Other abnormal auditory perceptions, left earBillableH93.293Other abnormal auditory perceptions, bilateralBillableH93.299Other abnormal auditory perceptions, unspecified earBillableH93.3Disorders of acoustic nerveNon-BillableH93.3XDisorders of acoustic nerveNon-BillableH93.3X1Disorders of right acoustic nerveBillableH93.3X2Disorders of left acoustic nerveBillableH93.3X3Disorders of bilateral acoustic nervesBillableH93.3X9Disorders of unspecified acoustic nerveBillableH93.8Other specified disorders of earNon-BillableH93.8XOther specified disorders of earNon-BillableH93.8X1Other specified disorders of right earBillableH93.8X2Other specified disorders of left earBillableH93.8X3Other specified disorders of ear, bilateralBillableH93.8X9Other specified disorders of ear, unspecified earBillableH93.9Unspecified disorder of earNon-BillableH93.90Unspecified disorder of ear, unspecified earBillableH93.91Unspecified disorder of right earBillableH93.92Unspecified disorder of left earBillableH93.93Unspecified disorder of ear, bilateralBillableH93.APulsatile tinnitusNon-BillableH93.A1Pulsatile tinnitus, right earBillableH93.A2Pulsatile tinnitus, left earBillableH93.A3Pulsatile tinnitus, bilateralBillableH93.A9Pulsatile tinnitus, unspecified earBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is H93 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, H93 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does H93 mean?

H93 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other disorders of ear, not elsewhere classified". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is H93 in?

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

What are the sub-codes of H93?

H93 has 7 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: H93.0, H93.1, H93.2, H93.3, H93.8 and more.

When should I use H93?

Use H93 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other disorders of ear, not elsewhere classified" 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 Other disorders of ear, not elsewhere classified?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other disorders of ear, not elsewhere classified is H93.

Can H93 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, H93 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is H93 in?

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

Is H93 valid for 2026?

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

See Also

← PreviousH92.23Otorrhagia, bilateralNext →H93.0Degenerative and vascular disorders of ear
Code Details
H93
Other disorders of ear, not elsewhere classified
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
8 — Diseases of the ear and mastoid process (H60-H95)
H90-H94 — Other disorders of ear
2026 ICD-10-CM