H81.4 – Vertigo of central origin

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

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code H81.4

Code: H81.4 (claims format: H814)
Description: Vertigo of central origin
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

Notes for H81.4

Applicable to:

Central positional nystagmus

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)

Index terms for H81.4

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Related codes in H81

H81.0 – Meniere's diseaseHeader
H81.1 – Benign paroxysmal vertigoHeader
H81.2 – Vestibular neuronitisHeader
H81.3 – Other peripheral vertigoHeader
H81.8 – Other disorders of vestibular functionHeader
H81.9 – Unspecified disorder of vestibular functionHeader

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code H81.4?

H81.4 is the ICD-10-CM code for vertigo of central origin, in the block H80-H83 (Diseases of inner ear).

Is H81.4 a billable code?

Yes. H81.4 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does H81.4 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.