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H60.22

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Malignant otitis externa, left ear

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

What This Code Means

A serious ear canal infection affecting the left ear that can spread to surrounding bone and tissue, requiring prompt medical treatment.

Coding Tips

  • •Ensure documentation clearly specifies left ear involvement before assigning this code
  • •Review for associated osteomyelitis or other complications that may require additional coding

Code Hierarchy

└H60Otitis externa└H60.2Malignant otitis externa└H60.22Malignant otitis externa, left ear
└H60.22Malignant otitis externa, left ear

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