Encntr for exam of ears and hearing w oth abnormal findings

This code signifies an encounter where a patient is seen for a routine or screening examination of their ears and hearing, and during this examination, other abnormal findings are identified that are not specifically hearing loss or ear infection. These findings could be structural, functional, or related to other ear conditions.

Use this code when a patient presents for a general ear and hearing check-up, and the provider documents an abnormal finding such as cerumen impaction, otitis externa without infection, tympanic membrane scarring, or other non-specific ear pathology. It is appropriate when the primary reason for the visit is the examination itself, and the abnormal finding is incidental or secondary.

• Always sequence this code as a primary diagnosis when the encounter is for the examination.
• Code any specific abnormal findings (e.g., H61.2- for cerumen impaction) as secondary diagnoses.
• Do not use this code if the primary reason for the encounter is a specific ear complaint or a known ear disease.