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H60.11

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Cellulitis of right external ear

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

Inflammation and infection of the external ear skin on the right side, causing redness, swelling, and warmth.

Coding Tips

  • •This code is more specific than H60.10 and should be used when the right ear is documented
  • •Document the extent of cellulitis and any associated symptoms or complications

Code Hierarchy

└H60Otitis externa└H60.1Cellulitis of external ear└H60.11Cellulitis of right external ear
└H60.11Cellulitis of right external ear

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