ICD Code H93.13

ICD code H93.13 is tinnitus affecting both ears (bilateral).

1. Patient reports the perception of ringing, buzzing, hissing, or other phantom sounds in both ears.

2. Symptoms are present without an external auditory stimulus.

3. The auditory sensations are persistent or recurrent.

4. The condition affects both ears simultaneously.

5. Symptoms may be associated with hearing loss, ear fullness, or dizziness, but these are not required for diagnosis.

6. The symptoms are not attributable to an acute external or middle ear infection, cerumen impaction, or recent exposure to loud noise with immediate onset.

7. Clinical evaluation rules out other identifiable causes such as ototoxic medications, Meniere’s disease, or acoustic neuroma.

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code H93.13 include:

- 92557 (Comprehensive audiometry threshold evaluation and speech recognition)

- 92567 (Tympanometry)

- 92568 (Acoustic reflex testing)

- 92625 (Tinnitus assessment)

- 92620 (Evaluation of central auditory function, initial 60 minutes)

- 92621 (Evaluation of central auditory function, each additional 15 minutes)

- 97750 (Physical performance test or measurement, with written report)

- 99406 (Smoking and tobacco use cessation counseling visit, intermediate)

- 99407 (Smoking and tobacco use cessation counseling visit, intensive)

These CPT codes may be applicable for services related to ICD code H93.13.

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