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H61.22

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Impacted cerumen, left ear

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

What This Code Means

Earwax buildup that has become impacted or stuck in the left ear canal, blocking sound transmission.

Coding Tips

  • •Confirm left ear laterality in documentation before assigning this code
  • •Note if cerumen removal procedure was performed during the encounter

Code Hierarchy

└H61Other disorders of external ear└H61.2Impacted cerumen└H61.22Impacted cerumen, left ear
└H61.22Impacted cerumen, left ear

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