H95
Non-Billable

Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of ear and mastoid process, not elsewhere classified

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of ear and mastoid process, not elsewhere classified?

ICD-10-CM H95 is the diagnosis code for Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of ear and mastoid process, not elsewhere classified. This code falls under the section "Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of ear and mastoid process, not elsewhere classified" 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 H95

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 H95 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeH95 — Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of ear and mastoid process, not elsewhere classified
Sub-Codes 7 entries
H95.0Recurrent cholesteatoma of postmastoidectomy cavityNon-BillableH95.00Recurrent cholesteatoma of postmastoidectomy cavity, unspecified earBillableH95.01Recurrent cholesteatoma of postmastoidectomy cavity, right earBillableH95.02Recurrent cholesteatoma of postmastoidectomy cavity, left earBillableH95.03Recurrent cholesteatoma of postmastoidectomy cavity, bilateral earsBillableH95.1Other disorders of ear and mastoid process following mastoidectomyNon-BillableH95.11Chronic inflammation of postmastoidectomy cavityNon-BillableH95.111Chronic inflammation of postmastoidectomy cavity, right earBillableH95.112Chronic inflammation of postmastoidectomy cavity, left earBillableH95.113Chronic inflammation of postmastoidectomy cavity, bilateral earsBillableH95.119Chronic inflammation of postmastoidectomy cavity, unspecified earBillableH95.12Granulation of postmastoidectomy cavityNon-BillableH95.121Granulation of postmastoidectomy cavity, right earBillableH95.122Granulation of postmastoidectomy cavity, left earBillableH95.123Granulation of postmastoidectomy cavity, bilateral earsBillableH95.129Granulation of postmastoidectomy cavity, unspecified earBillableH95.13Mucosal cyst of postmastoidectomy cavityNon-BillableH95.131Mucosal cyst of postmastoidectomy cavity, right earBillableH95.132Mucosal cyst of postmastoidectomy cavity, left earBillableH95.133Mucosal cyst of postmastoidectomy cavity, bilateral earsBillableH95.139Mucosal cyst of postmastoidectomy cavity, unspecified earBillableH95.19Other disorders following mastoidectomyNon-BillableH95.191Other disorders following mastoidectomy, right earBillableH95.192Other disorders following mastoidectomy, left earBillableH95.193Other disorders following mastoidectomy, bilateral earsBillableH95.199Other disorders following mastoidectomy, unspecified earBillableH95.2Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of ear and mastoid process complicating a procedureNon-BillableH95.21Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of ear and mastoid process complicating a procedure on the ear and mastoid processBillableH95.22Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of ear and mastoid process complicating other procedureBillableH95.3Accidental puncture and laceration of ear and mastoid process during a procedureNon-BillableH95.31Accidental puncture and laceration of the ear and mastoid process during a procedure on the ear and mastoid processBillableH95.32Accidental puncture and laceration of the ear and mastoid process during other procedureBillableH95.4Postprocedural hemorrhage of ear and mastoid process following a procedureNon-BillableH95.41Postprocedural hemorrhage of ear and mastoid process following a procedure on the ear and mastoid processBillableH95.42Postprocedural hemorrhage of ear and mastoid process following other procedureBillableH95.5Postprocedural hematoma and seroma of ear and mastoid process following a procedureNon-BillableH95.51Postprocedural hematoma of ear and mastoid process following a procedure on the ear and mastoid processBillableH95.52Postprocedural hematoma of ear and mastoid process following other procedureBillableH95.53Postprocedural seroma of ear and mastoid process following a procedure on the ear and mastoid processBillableH95.54Postprocedural seroma of ear and mastoid process following other procedureBillableH95.8Other intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of the ear and mastoid process, not elsewhere classifiedNon-BillableH95.81Postprocedural stenosis of external ear canalNon-BillableH95.811Postprocedural stenosis of right external ear canalBillableH95.812Postprocedural stenosis of left external ear canalBillableH95.813Postprocedural stenosis of external ear canal, bilateralBillableH95.819Postprocedural stenosis of unspecified external ear canalBillableH95.88Other intraoperative complications and disorders of the ear and mastoid process, not elsewhere classifiedBillableH95.89Other postprocedural complications and disorders of the ear and mastoid process, not elsewhere classifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is H95 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, H95 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does H95 mean?

H95 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of ear and mastoid process, not elsewhere classified". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is H95 in?

H95 is located in Section H95 — "Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of ear and mastoid process, not elsewhere classified" within Chapter 8 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of H95?

H95 has 7 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: H95.0, H95.1, H95.2, H95.3, H95.4 and more.

When should I use H95?

Use H95 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of ear and mastoid process, 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 Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of ear and mastoid process, not elsewhere classified?

The ICD-10-CM code for Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of ear and mastoid process, not elsewhere classified is H95.

Can H95 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, H95 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is H95 in?

H95 is in Chapter 8 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is H95 valid for 2026?

Yes, H95 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
H95
Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of ear and mastoid process, not elsewhere classified
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
8 — Diseases of the ear and mastoid process (H60-H95)
H95 — Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of ear and mastoid process, not elsewhere classified
2026 ICD-10-CM