H66.9 ICD-10-CM Code: Otitis media, unspecified
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
H66.9Otitis media, unspecified
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where H66.9 sits
- 1
Chapter 8
Diseases of the ear and mastoid process (H60-H95)
- 2
Section
Diseases of middle ear and mastoid (H65-H75)
- 3
Category H66
Suppurative and unspecified otitis media
- 4
Code H66.9
Otitis media, unspecified
More specific choices
Codes under H66.9
H66.9 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
- Otitis media NOS
- Acute otitis media NOS
- Chronic otitis media NOS
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for H66.9.
Use additional code
- code for any associated perforated tympanic membrane (H72.-)
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for H66.9.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for H66.9.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code H66.9 mean?
H66.9 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Otitis media, unspecified.”
Is H66.9 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. H66.9 has more specific child codes in the FY 2027 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is H66.9 located in ICD-10-CM?
H66.9 is listed in Chapter 8, Diseases of the ear and mastoid process (H60-H95), within Diseases of middle ear and mastoid (H65-H75) (H65–H75), under category H66, Suppurative and unspecified otitis media.
What coding notes are listed for H66.9?
Its listed inclusion terms are Otitis media NOS; Acute otitis media NOS; Chronic otitis media NOS. No code-first instruction is listed. Additional-code instructions: code for any associated perforated tympanic membrane (H72.-). No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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