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H61.23

Billable

Impacted cerumen, bilateral

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 both ear canals, blocking sound transmission bilaterally.

Coding Tips

  • •Use this code only when documentation explicitly confirms bilateral impacted cerumen
  • •Document if bilateral cerumen removal procedures were performed

Code Hierarchy

└H61Other disorders of external ear└H61.2Impacted cerumen└H61.23Impacted cerumen, bilateral
└H61.23Impacted cerumen, bilateral

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