ICD-10-CM · H66.001
ICD-10 H66.001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear
Right acute OM.
Code
H66.001
Category
Diseases of the ear and mastoid process (H60-H95)
Clinical context
Right acute OM.
Documentation requirements
- Otoscopic findings
Common related procedures
- Antibiotics per AAP guidelines
Common payer denial patterns
- Bilateral and laterality
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10 H66.001 mean?
Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear
When is this code documented?
Right acute OM.
What documentation supports this code?
Otoscopic findings.
What are common denials associated with this diagnosis?
Bilateral and laterality.
Related diagnoses
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