H81 ICD-10-CM Code: Disorders of vestibular function
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
H81Disorders of vestibular function
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where H81 sits
- 1
Chapter 8
Diseases of the ear and mastoid process (H60-H95)
- 2
Section
Diseases of inner ear (H80-H83)
- 3
Category H81
Disorders of vestibular function
- 4
Code H81
Disorders of vestibular function
More specific choices
Codes under H81
H81 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for H81.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for H81.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for H81.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- epidemic vertigo (A88.1)
- vertigo NOS (R42)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for H81.
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Source and release
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code H81 mean?
H81 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Disorders of vestibular function.”
Is H81 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. H81 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 H81 located in ICD-10-CM?
H81 is listed in Chapter 8, Diseases of the ear and mastoid process (H60-H95), within Diseases of inner ear (H80-H83) (H80–H83), under category H81, Disorders of vestibular function.
What coding notes are listed for H81?
No inclusion terms are listed for H81 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: epidemic vertigo (A88.1); vertigo NOS (R42). No Excludes2 note is listed.
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