H81.20 – Vestibular neuronitis, unspecified ear

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

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code H81.20
Code
H81.20 (claims format: H8120)
Description
Vestibular neuronitis, 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
H80-H83 Diseases of inner ear
Parent codes
H81 › H81.2

Notes inherited from parent codes

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

H81 – Disorders of vestibular function

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • epidemic vertigo (A88.1)
  • vertigo NOS (R42)

Related codes in H81.2

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code H81.20?

H81.20 is the ICD-10-CM code for vestibular neuronitis, unspecified ear, in the block H80-H83 (Diseases of inner ear).

Is H81.20 a billable code?

Yes. H81.20 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does H81.20 belong to?

It belongs to category H81 – Disorders of vestibular function.

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.