M95.11
BillableCauliflower ear, right ear
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A permanent deformity of the right ear cartilage that develops from repeated trauma or injury, causing the ear to become thickened and misshapen with a lumpy appearance.
Coding Tips
- •Always specify laterality (right ear) when documented to ensure accurate coding
- •Document the etiology if known (trauma, sports injury) in the medical record for complete clinical picture
Code Hierarchy
└M95Other acquired deformities of musculoskeletal system and connective tissue└M95.1Cauliflower ear└M95.11Cauliflower ear, right ear
└M95.11Cauliflower ear, right ear