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H93.A9

Billable

Pulsatile tinnitus, unspecified 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 whooshing sound in the ear that pulses with the heartbeat, but the specific ear affected is not documented or specified.

Coding Tips

  • Use this code only when laterality cannot be determined from documentation
  • Query the provider if possible to obtain specific ear location for more precise coding

Code Hierarchy

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