ICD-10-CM H61.009: Unspecified perichondritis of external ear, unspecified ear

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About ICD-10-CM Code H61.009 (Unspecified perichondritis of external ear)

ICD-10-CM code H61.009 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM H61.009 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about H61.009 - Unspecified perichondritis of external ear, unspecified ear. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Unspecified perichondritis of external ear related to unspecified ear.