Is T16.2 a billable ICD-10 code?

No. T16.2 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific subcategory for claims.

T16.2 ⚠ Non-billable

Foreign body in left ear

Q: What is ICD-10 code T16.2?

ICD-10-CM code T16.2 stands for "Foreign body in left ear". It is a non-billable header code in the Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes chapter, effective FY2026 (Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026).

ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes

Code

T16.2

System

ICD-10-CM

Billable

No — use specific code

Effective

FY2026

Chapter

Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes

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.

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code T16.2?

ICD-10-CM code T16.2 represents Foreign body in left ear. It is a non-billable header code requiring a more specific subcategory in the Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.

Is T16.2 billable?

No. T16.2 is a non-billable header. Select a more specific subcategory for claims submission.

What chapter is T16.2 in?

T16.2 belongs to the Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes chapter (S00–T88) of ICD-10-CM.

Related codes in the T16 category

T16 Foreign body in ear Non-billable T16.1 Foreign body in right ear Non-billable T16.9 Foreign body in ear, unspecified ear Non-billable T16.1XXA Foreign body in right ear, initial encounter Billable T16.1XXD Foreign body in right ear, subsequent encounter Billable T16.1XXS Foreign body in right ear, sequela Billable T16.2XXA Foreign body in left ear, initial encounter Billable T16.2XXD Foreign body in left ear, subsequent encounter Billable

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