Is ICD-10-CM code H62 billable?

No, H62 (Disorders of external ear in diseases classified elsewhere) is a non-billable ICD-10-CM code. It must be coded to a more specific subcategory before it can be used for reimbursement.

What chapter does ICD-10-CM code H62 belong to?

H62 belongs to Chapter 8 of the ICD-10-CM tabular list: H60–H95 (Diseases of the Ear and Mastoid Process).

H62Not billable, use a more specific code below

Disorders of external ear in diseases classified elsewhere

In Diseases of external ear (H60-H62), chapter 8: Diseases of the Ear and Mastoid Process

8 billable codes under H62: none are a CC or MCC; none map to an HCC.

Official coding guidelines

From the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, FY 2027 (CMS and NCHS). Links open the PDF at the right page.

There are no chapter-specific rules for Chapter 8 yet, so the general rules in Section I.B apply.

Read Section I.C.8 (page 49)

All codes under H62

H62 can't be used on a claim. Pick a billable code below; grey headings group them.

H62 MS-DRGs

As the principal diagnosis, all 8 billable codes under H62 group to MS-DRG 154, 155, or 156 (v44.0). Which one applies depends on procedures performed, secondary diagnoses (CC/MCC), and the patient's age and discharge status.

About the condition

Plain-language background from MedlinePlus (National Library of Medicine), not coding guidance.

Ear Disorders

An ear disorder is any condition that changes or harms the shape or structure of your ear. This can include abnormal ear shapes you're born with, injuries that change your ear's shape, and a growth on or in the ear.

Code history

Valid since FY2016, when ICD-10-CM took effect on October 1, 2015. No changes since.