Other acute myringitis, bilateral

This diagnosis code signifies an acute inflammatory condition affecting the tympanic membrane (eardrum) in both ears, not otherwise specified as bullous. It involves inflammation, redness, and sometimes pain of the eardrum, distinct from middle ear infections.

Apply this code when documentation specifies acute inflammation of both tympanic membranes without the formation of vesicles or bullae. This typically occurs when a physician diagnoses acute myringitis affecting both ears, and the specific type (e.g., bullous) is not indicated. Supporting documentation would include physician notes detailing bilateral acute myringitis.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "bilateral" and "acute" for accurate code assignment.
• Differentiate from bullous myringitis (H73.01-) and chronic myringitis (H73.1-).
• Code any associated otitis media separately if present and documented.