H73.099 – Other acute myringitis, unspecified ear

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

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code H73.099
Code
H73.099 (claims format: H73099)
Description
Other acute myringitis, unspecified 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
H73 › H73.0 › H73.09

Notes inherited from parent codes

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

H73.0 – Acute myringitis

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • acute myringitis with otitis media (H65, H66)

Related codes in H73.09

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code H73.099?

H73.099 is the ICD-10-CM code for other acute myringitis, unspecified ear, in the block H65-H75 (Diseases of middle ear and mastoid).

Is H73.099 a billable code?

Yes. H73.099 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does H73.099 belong to?

It belongs to category H73 – Other disorders of tympanic membrane.

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.