H61.21 – Impacted cerumen, right ear
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Diseases of external ear
ICD-10-CM code
H61.21
- Code
H61.21(claims format:H6121)- Description
- Impacted cerumen, right 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 › H61.2
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
H61.2 – Impacted cerumen
Applicable to:
- Wax in ear
Index terms for H61.21
Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:
Related codes in H61.2
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code H61.21?
H61.21 is the ICD-10-CM code for impacted cerumen, right ear, in the block H60-H62 (Diseases of external ear).
Is H61.21 a billable code?
Yes. H61.21 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does H61.21 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.