H60.339
BillableSwimmer's ear, unspecified ear
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
An infection of the outer ear canal caused by water exposure, but the specific ear affected is not documented.
Coding Tips
- •This is a default code used when laterality cannot be determined from documentation
- •Query the provider if possible to obtain specific laterality information for more precise coding
Code Hierarchy
└H60Otitis externa└H60.3Other infective otitis externa└H60.33Swimmer's ear└H60.339Swimmer's ear, unspecified ear
└H60.339Swimmer's ear, unspecified ear