H68 – Eustachian salpingitis and obstruction
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Diseases of middle ear and mastoid
ICD-10-CM code
H68
- Code
H68(claims format:H68)- Description
- Eustachian salpingitis and obstruction
- 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
- H65-H75 Diseases of middle ear and mastoid
Billable codes under H68
H68 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:
- H68.0 – Eustachian salpingitisHeader (more codes below)
- H68.1 – Obstruction of Eustachian tubeHeader (more codes below)
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code H68?
H68 is the ICD-10-CM code for eustachian salpingitis and obstruction, in the block H65-H75 (Diseases of middle ear and mastoid).
Is H68 a billable code?
No. H68 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.
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.