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H60.22 – Malignant otitis externa, left ear

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

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code H60.22

Code: H60.22 (claims format: H6022)
Description: Malignant otitis externa, left 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 › H60.2

Related codes in H60.2

H60.20 – Malignant otitis externa, unspecified earBillable
H60.21 – Malignant otitis externa, right earBillable
H60.23 – Malignant otitis externa, bilateralBillable

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code H60.22?

H60.22 is the ICD-10-CM code for malignant otitis externa, left ear, in the block H60-H62 (Diseases of external ear).

Is H60.22 a billable code?

Yes. H60.22 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does H60.22 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.