H61.89 – Other specified disorders of external ear

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

Non-billable header

ICD-10-CM code H61.89
Code
H61.89 (claims format: H6189)
Description
Other specified disorders of external ear
Billable
No – use a more specific code below
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 › H61.8

Billable codes under H61.89

H61.89 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:

Index terms for H61.89

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Related codes in H61.8

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code H61.89?

H61.89 is the ICD-10-CM code for other specified disorders of external ear, in the block H60-H62 (Diseases of external ear).

Is H61.89 a billable code?

No. H61.89 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.

What category does H61.89 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.