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

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 2Y52 includes procedures performed to remove devices or material in the ear. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a clinician takes out packing, splints, or other material from the ear through anatomical orifices. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 2Y52 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Ear Removal Procedure Overview

The procedures in ICD-10 PCS 2Y52 involve removal of material or devices from the ear via anatomical orifices. These removal procedures target the ear and are coded in the Placement section of the International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS). Accurate coding ensures the inpatient record reflects the specific removal performed and supports appropriate inpatient reimbursement.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
2	Section	Placement
Y	Body System	Anatomical Orifices
5	Operation	Removal
2	Body Part	Ear

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Ear Removal Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
2	Section	Placement
Y	Body System	Anatomical Orifices
5	Operation	Removal
2	Body Part	Ear

When to Use

Use a code from this group when packing material, splints, or removable devices are taken out of the ear during an inpatient encounter. Select the specific code that matches the type of material removed and the ear laterality as documented.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

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ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
2Y52X5Z	Removal of Ear Packing Material

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An elderly patient admitted after ear surgery has granular packing placed in the external auditory canal to control postoperative bleeding and support the canal. On the first postoperative day the surgeon removes the packing at bedside to inspect the canal and assess hemostasis before discharge. The removal is performed through the external auditory orifice without reinsertion of any device. Typical codes: 2Y52X5Z
A middle-aged patient presents to the inpatient unit with severe otalgia and decreased hearing after traumatic impaction of absorbent packing into the ear following an emergency field procedure. Otologic examination requires inpatient removal of the packing material through the external auditory canal to relieve pain and prevent infection. The procedure is performed transorally via the anatomical orifice of the ear to take out the material. Typical codes: 2Y52X5Z
A patient with chronic mastoid cavity packing placed weeks earlier for chronic suppurative otitis media develops persistent purulent drainage and discomfort. During an inpatient visit the clinician removes retained packing material from the ear canal to allow cavity debridement and obtain cultures. The removal targets packing material located in the ear and is performed through the anatomical orifice. Typical codes: 2Y52X5Z

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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

1 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
2Y52X5Z	Removal of Ear Packing Material

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An elderly patient admitted after ear surgery has granular packing placed in the external auditory canal to control postoperative bleeding and support the canal. On the first postoperative day the surgeon removes the packing at bedside to inspect the canal and assess hemostasis before discharge. The removal is performed through the external auditory orifice without reinsertion of any device. Typical codes: 2Y52X5Z
A middle-aged patient presents to the inpatient unit with severe otalgia and decreased hearing after traumatic impaction of absorbent packing into the ear following an emergency field procedure. Otologic examination requires inpatient removal of the packing material through the external auditory canal to relieve pain and prevent infection. The procedure is performed transorally via the anatomical orifice of the ear to take out the material. Typical codes: 2Y52X5Z
A patient with chronic mastoid cavity packing placed weeks earlier for chronic suppurative otitis media develops persistent purulent drainage and discomfort. During an inpatient visit the clinician removes retained packing material from the ear canal to allow cavity debridement and obtain cultures. The removal targets packing material located in the ear and is performed through the anatomical orifice. Typical codes: 2Y52X5Z

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2Y50-MOUTH-AND-PHARYNX-REMOVAL

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2Y51-NASAL-REMOVAL

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2Y53-ANORECTAL-REMOVAL

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2Y54-FEMALE-GENITAL-TRACT-REMOVAL

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2Y55-URETHRA-REMOVAL

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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 Removal Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

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

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Ear Removal Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which procedures are included in ICD-10-PCS code group 2Y52?

What is the specific ICD-10-PCS code for removal of ear packing material?

What are the code attributes for ICD-10-PCS 2Y52 procedures?

How is accurate coding within the 2Y52 group important for inpatient care?

Are there related DRGs listed for code group 2Y52?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which procedures are included in ICD-10-PCS code group 2Y52?

What is the specific ICD-10-PCS code for removal of ear packing material?

What are the code attributes for ICD-10-PCS 2Y52 procedures?

How is accurate coding within the 2Y52 group important for inpatient care?

Are there related DRGs listed for code group 2Y52?

References