H65.31

Billable

Chronic mucoid otitis media, right ear

H65.31 is the ICD-10-CM code for Chronic mucoid otitis media, right ear. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
H60-H95
Parent
H65.3
Edition
FY2026

H60-H95 Diseases of the ear and mastoid process

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

Ear infections are the most common reason parents bring their child to a doctor. Three out of four children will have at least one ear infection by their third birthday. Adults can also get ear infections, but they are less common. The infection usually affects the middle ear and is called otitis media. The tubes inside the ears become clogged with fluid and mucus. This can affect hearing, because sound cannot get…

Read more about Ear Infections at MedlinePlus ↗

Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.

No additional coding notes for this code.

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code H65.31?
H65.31 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Chronic mucoid otitis media, right ear". It falls under H60-H95 Diseases of the ear and mastoid process.
Is H65.31 a billable code?
Yes — H65.31 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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