H60.12 – Cellulitis of left external ear
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Diseases of external ear
ICD-10-CM code
H60.12
- Code
H60.12(claims format:H6012)- Description
- Cellulitis of left 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 › H60.1
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
H60.1 – Cellulitis of external ear
Applicable to:
- Cellulitis of auricle
- Cellulitis of external auditory canal
Related codes in H60.1
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code H60.12?
H60.12 is the ICD-10-CM code for cellulitis of left external ear, in the block H60-H62 (Diseases of external ear).
Is H60.12 a billable code?
Yes. H60.12 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does H60.12 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.