Chronic atticoantral suppurative otitis media, right ear

This code signifies a persistent, purulent infection of the middle ear involving the attic and antrum, specifically affecting the right ear. This chronic inflammatory process is characterized by bone erosion and often leads to cholesteatoma formation.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a long-standing, suppurative otitis media with involvement of the atticoantral region in the right ear. This diagnosis is typically supported by otoscopic findings of a perforation, discharge, and often imaging evidence of bone destruction or cholesteatoma.

• Differentiate from acute or recurrent acute otitis media; this code is for chronic conditions.
• Ensure laterality (right ear) is explicitly documented to avoid unspecified coding.
• Consider co-reporting with codes for cholesteatoma (H71.-) if present, as it is a common complication.