ICD-10-PCS Code For Ear Right: Procedure Code Group Overview

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 092H includes procedures performed to change devices in the right ear. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a device is removed from the right ear and an identical or similar device is placed back on the right ear without cutting or puncturing skin or a mucous membrane. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 092H group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the specific procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Ear Right Change Procedure Overview

This procedure group includes inpatient procedures that remove or replace a device on the right ear without cutting or puncturing the skin or a mucous membrane. The procedures target the ear, nose, and sinus body system and specifically the right ear. Accurate coding ensures inpatient records reflect the specific device change performed and supports appropriate reimbursement for the hospital stay.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
0	Section	Medical and Surgical
9	Body System	Ear, Nose, Sinus
2	Operation	Change
H	Body Part	Ear, Right

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Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
0	Section	Medical and Surgical
9	Body System	Ear, Nose, Sinus
2	Operation	Change
H	Body Part	Ear, Right

When to Use

Use a code from this group when a device on the right ear is removed and an identical or similar device is placed back on the right ear during an inpatient encounter without incision or puncture. These codes apply when the procedure meets the definition of the change root operation in ICD-10-PCS for the specified body part.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

2 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
092HX0Z	Change Drainage Device in Right Ear, External Approach
092HXYZ	Change Other Device in Right Ear, External Approach

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An elderly patient admitted after recurrent otorrhea and failure of a prior external ear canal wick to control drainage despite topical therapy. The inpatient team removes the saturated drainage wick and replaces it with an identical external drainage device at bedside to restore canal patency and allow ongoing topical treatment without making any incision or puncture. The procedure is performed through the external approach on the right ear to manage ongoing drainage and facilitate healing. Typical codes: 092HX0Z
A middle-aged patient scheduled for inpatient observation following complex otologic surgery has a protective external ear bolster dressing device in place that needs routine replacement during the hospital stay. Nursing and the surgical team remove the existing external device on the right ear and place an identical protective device during a planned bedside change without any cutting or puncture. This planned device change is performed to maintain wound protection and support postoperative care. Typical codes: 092HXYZ
A patient readmitted with persistent skin irritation and localized infection around a previously placed external right-ear hearing device mounting that was superficially dislodged. To address the complication, the device is removed, the area is cleaned, and an identical or similar external mounting device is reapplied to the right ear without incision or puncture to restore device function while avoiding surgical intervention. This revision at the bedside aims to manage the device-related complication and reestablish proper placement. Typical codes: 092HXYZ

Related Codes

092J-LEFT-EAR-CHANGE

ICD-10-PCS Code For Ear Left: Procedure Code Group Overview

092K-NASAL-MUCOSA-TAKING-OUT-NASAL-MUCOSA-AND-SOFT-TISSUE-CHANGE

ICD-10-PCS Code For Nasal Mucosa And Soft Tissue: Procedure Code Group Overview

092Y-SINUS-CHANGE

ICD-10-PCS Code For Sinus: Procedure Code Group Overview

Frequently Asked Questions

References

1.CPT® Codes and Descriptions. AAPC. Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.Maintains the CPT code set's official descriptions and guidelines, licensed from the American Medical Association, used as the definitional source for CPT codes on this page.
2.HCPCS Quarterly Update. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's quarterly release of HCPCS Level II codes and short/long descriptors, the source for HCPCS code definitions and update history.
3.ICD-10-CM Full Code List. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's complete ICD-10-CM diagnosis code list, used to cross-reference diagnosis codes associated with this procedure or service.

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When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

2 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
092HX0Z	Change Drainage Device in Right Ear, External Approach
092HXYZ	Change Other Device in Right Ear, External Approach

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An elderly patient admitted after recurrent otorrhea and failure of a prior external ear canal wick to control drainage despite topical therapy. The inpatient team removes the saturated drainage wick and replaces it with an identical external drainage device at bedside to restore canal patency and allow ongoing topical treatment without making any incision or puncture. The procedure is performed through the external approach on the right ear to manage ongoing drainage and facilitate healing. Typical codes: 092HX0Z
A middle-aged patient scheduled for inpatient observation following complex otologic surgery has a protective external ear bolster dressing device in place that needs routine replacement during the hospital stay. Nursing and the surgical team remove the existing external device on the right ear and place an identical protective device during a planned bedside change without any cutting or puncture. This planned device change is performed to maintain wound protection and support postoperative care. Typical codes: 092HXYZ
A patient readmitted with persistent skin irritation and localized infection around a previously placed external right-ear hearing device mounting that was superficially dislodged. To address the complication, the device is removed, the area is cleaned, and an identical or similar external mounting device is reapplied to the right ear without incision or puncture to restore device function while avoiding surgical intervention. This revision at the bedside aims to manage the device-related complication and reestablish proper placement. Typical codes: 092HXYZ

Related Codes

092J-LEFT-EAR-CHANGE

ICD-10-PCS Code For Ear Left: Procedure Code Group Overview

092K-NASAL-MUCOSA-TAKING-OUT-NASAL-MUCOSA-AND-SOFT-TISSUE-CHANGE

ICD-10-PCS Code For Nasal Mucosa And Soft Tissue: Procedure Code Group Overview

092Y-SINUS-CHANGE

ICD-10-PCS Code For Sinus: Procedure Code Group Overview

Frequently Asked Questions

References

1.CPT® Codes and Descriptions. AAPC. Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.Maintains the CPT code set's official descriptions and guidelines, licensed from the American Medical Association, used as the definitional source for CPT codes on this page.
2.HCPCS Quarterly Update. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's quarterly release of HCPCS Level II codes and short/long descriptors, the source for HCPCS code definitions and update history.
3.ICD-10-CM Full Code List. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's complete ICD-10-CM diagnosis code list, used to cross-reference diagnosis codes associated with this procedure or service.

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Ear Right Change Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

ICD-10-PCS Code For Ear Right: Procedure Code Group Overview

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Ear Right Change Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which procedures are included in the ICD-10-PCS 092H code group?

What are the specific codes listed in the 092H group?

Which ICD-10-PCS section and operation apply to 092H procedures?

How does accurate coding within 092H affect inpatient records?

Are there related DRGs listed for the 092H code group?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which procedures are included in the ICD-10-PCS 092H code group?

What are the specific codes listed in the 092H group?

Which ICD-10-PCS section and operation apply to 092H procedures?

How does accurate coding within 092H affect inpatient records?

Are there related DRGs listed for the 092H code group?

References