Otitis Media Bilateral ICD-10-CM Codes

What ICD-10 Codes are Used for Otitis Media Bilateral

Otitis media bilateral refers to an ear infection that affects both ears. Here are ten commonly used ICD-10-CM codes for Otitis Media Bilateral, along with brief clinical descriptions:

H65.03 - Acute serous otitis media, bilateral: Used when there is bilateral acute serous otitis media characterized by fluid buildup behind the eardrums.

H65.13 - Acute mucoid otitis media, bilateral: Applied for bilateral acute mucoid otitis media, where thick, glue-like fluid accumulates in both ears.

H65.23 - Acute sanguinous otitis media, bilateral: Utilized when there are bilateral acute sanguinous otitis media involving bloody fluid discharge from both ears.

H65.33 - Acute purulent otitis media, bilateral: Used for bilateral acute purulent otitis media, with pus in both ears.

H65.43 - Chronic serous otitis media, bilateral: Applied for chronic bilateral serous otitis media, characterized by persistent fluid in both ears.

H65.53 - Chronic mucoid otitis media, bilateral: Utilized when chronic bilateral mucoid otitis media involves thick fluid in both ears.

H65.63 - Chronic sanguinous otitis media, bilateral: Used for chronic bilateral sanguinous otitis media involving bloody fluid in both ears.

H65.73 - Chronic purulent otitis media, bilateral: Applied for chronic bilateral purulent otitis media, with pus in both ears.

H65.83 - Other chronic nonsuppurative otitis media, bilateral: Utilized for other forms of chronic bilateral nonsuppurative otitis media not classified elsewhere.

H65.93 - Other chronic suppurative otitis media, bilateral: Used for other forms of chronic bilateral suppurative otitis media not classified elsewhere.

Which Otitis Media Bilateral ICD Codes are Billable

The billable status of the mentioned ICD-10 codes for otitis media bilateral varies:

H65.03 - Acute serous otitis media, bilateral: Yes, billable. Medical expenses related to bilateral acute serous otitis media can be claimed.

H65.13 - Acute mucoid otitis media, bilateral: Yes, billable. Costs associated with bilateral acute mucoid otitis media can be reimbursed.

H65.23 - Acute sanguinous otitis media, bilateral: Yes, billable. Medical expenses for bilateral acute sanguinous otitis media can be claimed.

H65.33 - Acute purulent otitis media, bilateral: Yes, billable. Expenses related to bilateral acute purulent otitis media can be reimbursed.

H65.43 - Chronic serous otitis media, bilateral: Yes, billable. Medical expenses for chronic bilateral serous otitis media can be claimed.

H65.53 - Chronic mucoid otitis media, bilateral: Yes, billable. Costs associated with chronic bilateral mucoid otitis media can be reimbursed.

H65.63 - Chronic sanguinous otitis media, bilateral: Yes, billable. Medical expenses for chronic bilateral sanguinous otitis media can be claimed.

H65.73 - Chronic purulent otitis media, bilateral: Yes, billable. Expenses related to chronic bilateral purulent otitis media can be reimbursed.

H65.83 - Other chronic nonsuppurative otitis media, bilateral: Yes, billable. Medical expenses for other forms of chronic bilateral nonsuppurative otitis media can be claimed.

H65.93 - Other chronic suppurative otitis media, bilateral: Yes, billable. Costs associated with other forms of chronic bilateral suppurative otitis media can be reimbursed.

Clinical Information

• Otitis Media Bilateral refers to simultaneous inflammation or infection of the middle ear in both ears.
• It is a common condition, especially in children, and can be acute or chronic.
• Evaluation includes a medical history to identify symptoms like ear pain, hearing loss, or fever.
• Physical examination should include an otoscopy to assess the eardrums for signs of infection (e.g., redness, fluid, bulging).
• Diagnosis is often clinical, but further evaluation with tympanometry or audiometry may be needed in some cases.
• Treatment depends on the type and severity of otitis media and may include antibiotics for bacterial infections or pain management.
• Education of caregivers is crucial, emphasizing the importance of completing antibiotic courses and follow-up visits.
• Referral to an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialist may be considered for recurrent or chronic cases.
• Regular follow-up is essential to monitor treatment effectiveness, assess for complications, and ensure the resolution of the infection.
• Prevention strategies may include vaccination (e.g., pneumococcal vaccine), promoting breastfeeding, and avoiding exposure to tobacco smoke.

Synonyms Include

• Bilateral Ear Infection
• Ear Infection in Both Ears
• Double-Sided Otitis Media
• Dual Otitis Media
• Both Ear Otitis Media
• Otitis Media in Both Ears