H81 – Disorders of vestibular function
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Diseases of inner ear
ICD-10-CM code
H81
- Code
H81(claims format:H81)- Description
- Disorders of vestibular function
- 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
- H80-H83 Diseases of inner ear
Billable codes under H81
H81 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:
- H81.0 – Meniere's diseaseHeader (more codes below)
- H81.1 – Benign paroxysmal vertigoHeader (more codes below)
- H81.2 – Vestibular neuronitisHeader (more codes below)
- H81.3 – Other peripheral vertigoHeader (more codes below)
- H81.4 – Vertigo of central originBillable
- H81.8 – Other disorders of vestibular functionHeader (more codes below)
- H81.9 – Unspecified disorder of vestibular functionHeader (more codes below)
Notes for H81
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code H81?
H81 is the ICD-10-CM code for disorders of vestibular function, in the block H80-H83 (Diseases of inner ear).
Is H81 a billable code?
No. H81 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.