H67.3 – Otitis media in diseases classified elsewhere, bilateral

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Diseases of middle ear and mastoid

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code H67.3

Code: H67.3 (claims format: H673)
Description: Otitis media in diseases classified elsewhere, bilateral
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: H65-H75 Diseases of middle ear and mastoid
Parent codes: H67

Notes inherited from parent codes

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

H67 – Otitis media in diseases classified elsewhere

Excludes1 (not coded here):

otitis media in:
influenza (J09.X9, J10.83, J11.83)
measles (B05.3)
scarlet fever (A38.0)
tuberculosis (A18.6)

Code first:

underlying disease, such as:
plasminogen deficiency (E88.02)
viral disease NEC (B00-B34)

Use additional code:

code for any associated perforated tympanic membrane (H72.-)

Related codes in H67

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code H67.3?

H67.3 is the ICD-10-CM code for otitis media in diseases classified elsewhere, bilateral, in the block H65-H75 (Diseases of middle ear and mastoid).

Is H67.3 a billable code?

Yes. H67.3 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does H67.3 belong to?

It belongs to category H67 – Otitis media in diseases classified elsewhere.

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.