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ICD-10-CM diagnosis code

H61.019 Acute perichondritis of external ear, unspecified ear

Billable
Yes, a complete code (FY2026)
Category
H61 Other disorders of external ear
Chapter
8. Diseases of the ear and mastoid process

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Other codes in H61

64 complete codes in this category.

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  • Make sure the note supports every element of the title, “Acute perichondritis of external ear, unspecified ear”: each detail in it should be traceable to the history, examination or assessment.
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  • Check the Tabular List and official guidelines for instructional notes (“code first”, “use additional code”, Excludes1/Excludes2) that apply to H61.

The international WHO ICD-10 also has H61, with its inclusion and exclusion notes; titles and detail can differ from ICD-10-CM.

ICD-10-CM is developed by the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and is based on the WHO ICD-10. Codes and titles are reproduced unchanged from the FY2026 code list (effective 1 October 2025). Their use here does not imply endorsement by CDC, HHS or the U.S. Government. Changes effective on or after 1 October 2026 may not be reflected yet; check the current release at cdc.gov or cms.gov before submitting claims.

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