ICD-10-CM H70.019: Subperiosteal abscess of mastoid, unspecified ear

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About ICD-10-CM Code H70.019 (Subperiosteal abscess of mastoid)

ICD-10-CM code H70.019 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 H70.019 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about H70.019 - Subperiosteal abscess of mastoid, 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 Subperiosteal abscess of mastoid related to unspecified ear.