Pulsatile tinnitus, left ear

This code signifies the presence of pulsatile tinnitus specifically affecting the left ear. Pulsatile tinnitus is a rhythmic, throbbing sound perceived by the patient, often synchronized with their heartbeat, and can be indicative of vascular or other underlying conditions.

Use this code when documentation clearly states "pulsatile tinnitus" and specifies the left ear as the affected side. This typically arises from an otolaryngology or neurology encounter where the patient reports this specific auditory symptom.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "pulsatile" and "left ear" to support this specific code.
• Do not confuse with non-pulsatile tinnitus (H93.A1-) or unspecified tinnitus (H93.A3-).
• Always code any underlying cause of the pulsatile tinnitus, such as vascular malformations or hypertension, as a primary or secondary diagnosis.