ICD-10-CM T16.9: Foreign body in ear, unspecified ear

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About ICD-10-CM Code T16.9 (Foreign body in ear)

ICD-10-CM code T16.9 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 T16.9 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about T16.9 - Foreign body in 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 Foreign body in ear related to unspecified ear.