H66.92
BillableOtitis media, unspecified, left ear
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Inflammation of the middle ear of unknown type in the left ear only, without a specific diagnosis documented.
Coding Tips
- •Use this code only when the type of otitis media cannot be determined from documentation; if type is specified, use more specific H66 codes
- •The '92' indicates unspecified type and left ear laterality; ensure documentation supports inability to classify further
Code Hierarchy
└H66Suppurative and unspecified otitis media└H66.9Otitis media, unspecified└H66.92Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
└H66.92Otitis media, unspecified, left ear