H60.01 – Abscess of right external ear

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Diseases of external ear

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code H60.01
Code
H60.01 (claims format: H6001)
Description
Abscess of right external ear
Billable
Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for
Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter
8. Diseases of the ear and mastoid process (H60-H95)
Block
H60-H62 Diseases of external ear
Parent codes
H60 › H60.0

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

H60.0 – Abscess of external ear

Applicable to:
  • Boil of external ear
  • Carbuncle of auricle or external auditory canal
  • Furuncle of external ear

Related codes in H60.0

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code H60.01?

H60.01 is the ICD-10-CM code for abscess of right external ear, in the block H60-H62 (Diseases of external ear).

Is H60.01 a billable code?

Yes. H60.01 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does H60.01 belong to?

It belongs to category H60 – Otitis externa.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.