Unspecified nonsuppurative otitis media, right ear

This code signifies inflammation of the middle ear in the right ear that is not caused by bacterial infection and lacks specific details regarding its type. It represents a general diagnosis when the exact nature of the non-infectious otitis media is not documented.

Use this code when the medical record indicates otitis media of the right ear, explicitly states it is "nonsuppurative" or "non-infectious," but does not specify a more precise type (e.g., serous, mucoid, allergic). Documentation should clearly indicate the right ear and the absence of purulent discharge or bacterial etiology.

• Avoid using this code if a more specific type of nonsuppurative otitis media (e.g., H65.21, H65.31) is documented.
• Ensure the laterality (right ear) is clearly stated in the physician's notes.
• Do not confuse with suppurative otitis media codes (H66.-) which indicate bacterial infection.