H61.029 – Chronic perichondritis of external ear, unspecified ear

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

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code H61.029
Code
H61.029 (claims format: H61029)
Description
Chronic perichondritis of external ear, unspecified 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
H61 › H61.0 › H61.02

Notes inherited from parent codes

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

H61.0 – Chondritis and perichondritis of external ear

Applicable to:
  • Chondrodermatitis nodularis chronica helicis
  • Perichondritis of auricle
  • Perichondritis of pinna

Related codes in H61.02

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code H61.029?

H61.029 is the ICD-10-CM code for chronic perichondritis of external ear, unspecified ear, in the block H60-H62 (Diseases of external ear).

Is H61.029 a billable code?

Yes. H61.029 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does H61.029 belong to?

It belongs to category H61 – Other disorders of external ear.

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.