H61.891
BillableOther specified disorders of right external ear
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Other health conditions affecting the right external ear that don't fit into standard categories, such as dermatitis, granulation tissue, or other ear canal disorders.
Coding Tips
- •This is a catch-all code; document the specific condition in the medical record for clarity
- •Ensure the condition is not better described by a more specific H61 code before using this code
Code Hierarchy
└H61Other disorders of external ear└H61.8Other specified disorders of external ear└H61.89Other specified disorders of external ear└H61.891Other specified disorders of right external ear
└H61.891Other specified disorders of right external ear