Influenza due to oth ident influenza virus w otitis media

This code signifies a patient presenting with influenza caused by a specific, but not otherwise classified, influenza virus, accompanied by an inflammation of the middle ear. It indicates a direct association between the identified influenza infection and the development of otitis media.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states influenza due to an identified influenza virus (e.g., H1N1, H3N2, but not avian or novel strains) and also specifies otitis media as a co-occurring condition. This is appropriate when the otitis media is considered a complication or manifestation of the influenza.

• Ensure the documentation specifies an "other identified" influenza virus, differentiating it from avian or novel strains.
• Confirm the otitis media is documented as present during the influenza episode.
• Do not use if the influenza virus is unspecified or if the otitis media is clearly unrelated to the influenza.