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H93.A1

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Pulsatile tinnitus, right ear

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

What This Code Means

A rhythmic ringing or buzzing sound in the right ear that pulses in time with the patient's heartbeat. This type of tinnitus is often caused by blood vessel abnormalities or increased blood flow near the ear.

Coding Tips

  • •Verify laterality is documented as right ear (H93.A1) versus left ear (H93.A2) or bilateral (H93.A3) to ensure accurate code selection
  • •Investigate and document the underlying cause if identified (such as vascular malformations, atherosclerosis, or aneurysm) as this may require additional coding

Code Hierarchy

└H93Other disorders of ear, not elsewhere classified└H93.APulsatile tinnitus└H93.A1Pulsatile tinnitus, right ear
└H93.A1Pulsatile tinnitus, right ear

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