Acute and subacute allergic otitis media, recur, r ear

This code signifies an inflammatory condition of the right middle ear, characterized by the presence of fluid (mucoid, sanguinous, or serous), that is triggered by an allergic reaction and recurs over time. It indicates an acute or subacute presentation of this recurrent allergic otitis media.

Apply this code when documentation specifies recurrent allergic otitis media affecting the right ear, with an acute or subacute presentation. This is appropriate when the physician explicitly links the middle ear inflammation and fluid accumulation to an allergic etiology and notes its recurring nature.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "allergic" as the cause and specifies "recurrent" for proper code assignment.
• Laterality (right ear) is crucial; avoid using unspecified laterality codes if the right ear is documented.
• Distinguish from non-allergic otitis media or chronic forms, as these have different code assignments.