Other acute nonsuppurative otitis media recurrent, unsp ear

This code signifies a recurring episode of acute inflammation of the middle ear that is not characterized by pus formation, affecting an unspecified ear. It indicates a non-infectious or non-bacterial inflammatory process that has resolved and re-emerged.

Use this code when documentation specifies recurrent acute otitis media without purulent discharge, and the affected ear (left or right) is not specified. This diagnosis is typically supported by physician notes detailing repeated episodes of ear pain, fullness, or hearing changes without evidence of infection or effusion.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "recurrent" and "nonsuppurative" for accurate code assignment.
• Avoid using this code if the laterality (left or right ear) is documented; instead, select the appropriate laterality-specific code.
• Distinguish from chronic otitis media (H65.2-) or suppurative otitis media (H66.-) based on clinical presentation and physician documentation.