T16.1XXS ICD-10-CM Code: Foreign body in right ear, sequela
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
T16.1XXSForeign body in right ear, sequela
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where T16.1XXS sits
- 1
Chapter 19
Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
- 2
Section
Effects of foreign body entering through natural orifice (T15-T19)
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Category T16
Foreign body in ear
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Subcategory T16.1
Foreign body in right ear
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Code T16.1XXS
Foreign body in right ear, sequela
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for T16.1XXS.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for T16.1XXS.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for T16.1XXS.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for T16.1XXS.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for T16.1XXS.
Transparency
Source and release
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code T16.1XXS mean?
T16.1XXS is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Foreign body in right ear, sequela.”
Is T16.1XXS a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, T16.1XXS has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is T16.1XXS located in ICD-10-CM?
T16.1XXS is listed in Chapter 19, Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88), within Effects of foreign body entering through natural orifice (T15-T19) (T15–T19), under category T16, Foreign body in ear and subcategory T16.1, Foreign body in right ear.
What coding notes are listed for T16.1XXS?
No inclusion terms are listed for T16.1XXS in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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