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H83.13

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Labyrinthine fistula, bilateral

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

What This Code Means

Abnormal openings or passages in the inner ear affecting both ears, a rare condition usually resulting from severe infection or disease.

Coding Tips

  • •Bilateral fistulas are uncommon; verify bilateral involvement is clearly documented
  • •Investigate and code the underlying etiology such as chronic otitis media or cholesteatoma

Code Hierarchy

└H83Other diseases of inner ear└H83.1Labyrinthine fistula└H83.13Labyrinthine fistula, bilateral
└H83.13Labyrinthine fistula, bilateral

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