H67
⚠ Non-billable
Otitis media in diseases classified elsewhere
ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Diseases of the Ear and Mastoid Process
Code
H67
System
ICD-10-CM
Billable
No — use specific code
Effective
FY2026
Chapter
Diseases of the Ear and Mastoid Process
Source
CMS / CDC NCHS
⚠ Verify before billing. Confirm against the current CMS/NCHS ICD-10-CM files and your payer's rules before claims submission.
Official coding notes
From CMS's ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Excludes1 — never code together
- otitis media in:
- influenza (J09.X9, J10.83, J11.83)
- measles (B05.3)
- scarlet fever (A38.0)
- tuberculosis (A18.6)
Code first
- underlying disease, such as:
- plasminogen deficiency (E88.02)
- viral disease NEC (B00-B34)
Use additional code
- code for any associated perforated tympanic membrane (H72.-)
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code H67?
ICD-10-CM code H67 represents Otitis media in diseases classified elsewhere. It is a non-billable header code requiring a more specific subcategory in the Diseases of the Ear and Mastoid Process chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
Is H67 billable?
No. H67 is a non-billable header. Select a more specific subcategory for claims submission.
What chapter is H67 in?
H67 belongs to the Diseases of the Ear and Mastoid Process chapter (H60–H95) of ICD-10-CM.
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