H74.19
BillableAdhesive middle ear disease, unspecified ear
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Scarring and adhesions in the middle ear when the specific ear affected is not documented or specified.
Coding Tips
- •This is a less specific code; attempt to determine laterality from clinical documentation
- •Use only when ear laterality cannot be determined from the medical record
Code Hierarchy
└H74Other disorders of middle ear mastoid└H74.1Adhesive middle ear disease└H74.19Adhesive middle ear disease, unspecified ear
└H74.19Adhesive middle ear disease, unspecified ear