H61.022
BillableChronic perichondritis of left external ear
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Long-standing inflammation of the cartilage and surrounding tissue of the left external ear that persists over time.
Coding Tips
- •Use this code when chronic perichondritis is documented and affects the left ear
- •Document the duration and any underlying causes such as autoimmune conditions or previous infections
Code Hierarchy
└H61Other disorders of external ear└H61.0Chondritis and perichondritis of external ear└H61.02Chronic perichondritis of external ear└H61.022Chronic perichondritis of left external ear
└H61.022Chronic perichondritis of left external ear