H68.012 – Acute Eustachian salpingitis, left ear

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

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code H68.012
Code
H68.012 (claims format: H68012)
Description
Acute Eustachian salpingitis, 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
H65-H75 Diseases of middle ear and mastoid
Parent codes
H68 › H68.0 › H68.01

Related codes in H68.01

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code H68.012?

H68.012 is the ICD-10-CM code for acute Eustachian salpingitis, left ear, in the block H65-H75 (Diseases of middle ear and mastoid).

Is H68.012 a billable code?

Yes. H68.012 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does H68.012 belong to?

It belongs to category H68 – Eustachian salpingitis and obstruction.

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.