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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for ear

Choose a code from the options below based on the documentation.

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Ear”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding ear

The official ICD-10-CM index doesn't give a single default code for ear; the code depends on the details below.

More specific ear codes (official index)

  • piercing Z41.3 — Encounter for ear piercing
  • tropical NEC B36.9 — Superficial mycosis, unspecified
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  • aspergillosis B44.89 — Other forms of aspergillosis
  • candidiasis B37.84 — Candidal otitis externa
  • moniliasis B37.84 — Candidal otitis externa
  • wax (impacted) H61.20 — Impacted cerumen, unspecified ear
  • left H61.22 — Impacted cerumen, left ear
  • with right H61.23 — Impacted cerumen, bilateral
  • right H61.21 — Impacted cerumen, right ear
  • with left H61.23 — Impacted cerumen, bilateral

Common questions about ear ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for piercing ear?

Z41.3 — Encounter for ear piercing.

What is the ICD-10 code for tropical nec ear?

B36.9 — Superficial mycosis, unspecified.

What is the ICD-10 code for wax ear?

H61.20 — Impacted cerumen, unspecified ear.