Other otosclerosis, right ear

This code indicates a diagnosis of otosclerosis affecting the right ear, where the specific type of otosclerosis is not further specified as otospongiosis or obliterative. Otosclerosis is a condition characterized by abnormal bone growth in the middle ear, leading to progressive hearing loss.

Use this code when documentation specifies otosclerosis of the right ear, but does not provide details to classify it as otospongiosis or obliterative. This code is appropriate for cases where the physician's diagnosis is "otosclerosis, right ear, other specified." Documentation should clearly indicate laterality and the general nature of the otosclerotic process.

• Ensure laterality is explicitly documented as "right ear" to support this specific code.
• Differentiate from otospongiosis (H80.0-) or obliterative otosclerosis (H80.1-) if further specificity is documented.
• Consider sequencing with codes for associated hearing loss (e.g., H90.x) if applicable and documented.