What ICD-10 Codes are Used for Cerumen Impaction?
Cerumen, commonly known as earwax, can sometimes build up and become impacted, leading to hearing loss, tinnitus, or ear discomfort. Properly documenting this condition with ICD-10-CM codes ensures accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Here are some commonly used ICD-10-CM codes for cerumen impaction:
- H61.20: Impacted cerumen, unspecified ear - This code indicates a diagnosis of earwax impaction but does not specify which ear is affected.
- H61.21: Impacted cerumen, right ear - Diagnosis of earwax impaction in the right ear.
- H61.22: Impacted cerumen, left ear - Diagnosis of earwax impaction in the left ear.
- H61.23: Impacted cerumen, bilateral - This code is used when both ears have earwax impaction.
