Question 1

Is H60 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, H60 is not a billable code. It is a category code that requires additional specificity. You must select a more specific code from the subcategories for billing purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code H60 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code H60 represents Otitis externa. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

When was ICD-10 code H60 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code H60 has been part of ICD-10-CM since 2016, when the coding system was mandated for use in the United States. This code was included in the original US implementation.

Question 4

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code H60?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for H60 is section:H60-H62 (Diseases of external ear (H60-H62)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

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Notes1Additional information

Is H60 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code H60 mean?

When was ICD-10 code H60 introduced?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code H60?