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

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group X9HF includes procedures performed to insert nonbiological infusion devices in the inner ear. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a temporary infusion device is surgically placed into the inner ear to deliver medication or fluids. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS X9HF group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the specific device placement and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Inner Ear Insertion Procedure Overview

This procedure group covers insertion of temporary infusion devices into the inner ear and targets the ear, nose, and sinus body system. These procedures involve surgically placing a nonbiological appliance that delivers medication or fluid directly to the inner ear and may be performed via an open approach. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding ensures inpatient records reflect the device placement and supports correct case mix and payment.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
X	Section	New Technology
9	Body System	Ear, Nose, Sinus
H	Operation	Insertion
F	Body Part	Inner Ear, Bilateral

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Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
X	Section	New Technology
9	Body System	Ear, Nose, Sinus
H	Operation	Insertion
F	Body Part	Inner Ear, Bilateral

When to Use

Use a code from this group when a temporary infusion device is surgically placed into the bilateral inner ear via an open approach during the inpatient stay. Codes in this group are selected when documentation specifies insertion of a nonbiological infusion appliance into the inner ear and indicates laterality as bilateral.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

1 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
X9HF01B	Insertion of Temporary Infusion Device into Bilateral Inner Ear, Open Approach, New Technology Group 11

DRG Codes

3 rows

DRG Code	Description
143	Other Ear, Nose, Mouth and Throat O.R. Procedures with MCC
144	Other Ear, Nose, Mouth and Throat O.R. Procedures with CC
145	Other Ear, Nose, Mouth and Throat O.R. Procedures without CC/MCC

Typical Clinical Scenarios

A middle-aged patient with sudden severe vertigo and progressive bilateral Ménière-like symptoms is admitted for inpatient evaluation after medical therapy fails to control debilitating episodic vertigo and intractable vestibular hydrops. Otologic surgery is performed to place a temporary infusion device into the bilateral inner ear via an open approach to deliver targeted intralabyrinthine medication for symptom control while diagnostics and response to therapy are assessed. Typical codes: X9HF01B
An elderly patient with recurrent bilateral severe labyrinthitis unresponsive to systemic antibiotics and corticosteroids is scheduled for a planned hospital admission for surgical administration of high-concentration antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory agents directly into the inner ear. During the elective open procedure, a temporary bilateral inner ear infusion appliance is inserted to allow controlled local delivery and to limit systemic exposure. Typical codes: X9HF01B
A younger adult who previously had a temporary inner ear infusion device placed presents with device malfunction and persistent otologic symptoms; the patient is taken to the operating room urgently for open revision and reinsertion of a temporary bilateral inner ear infusion device to restore targeted therapy. Typical codes: X9HF01B

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

X9HE-INNER-EAR-LEFT-INSERTION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Inner Ear Left: 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

1 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
X9HF01B	Insertion of Temporary Infusion Device into Bilateral Inner Ear, Open Approach, New Technology Group 11

DRG Codes

3 rows

DRG Code	Description
143	Other Ear, Nose, Mouth and Throat O.R. Procedures with MCC
144	Other Ear, Nose, Mouth and Throat O.R. Procedures with CC
145	Other Ear, Nose, Mouth and Throat O.R. Procedures without CC/MCC

Typical Clinical Scenarios

A middle-aged patient with sudden severe vertigo and progressive bilateral Ménière-like symptoms is admitted for inpatient evaluation after medical therapy fails to control debilitating episodic vertigo and intractable vestibular hydrops. Otologic surgery is performed to place a temporary infusion device into the bilateral inner ear via an open approach to deliver targeted intralabyrinthine medication for symptom control while diagnostics and response to therapy are assessed. Typical codes: X9HF01B
An elderly patient with recurrent bilateral severe labyrinthitis unresponsive to systemic antibiotics and corticosteroids is scheduled for a planned hospital admission for surgical administration of high-concentration antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory agents directly into the inner ear. During the elective open procedure, a temporary bilateral inner ear infusion appliance is inserted to allow controlled local delivery and to limit systemic exposure. Typical codes: X9HF01B
A younger adult who previously had a temporary inner ear infusion device placed presents with device malfunction and persistent otologic symptoms; the patient is taken to the operating room urgently for open revision and reinsertion of a temporary bilateral inner ear infusion device to restore targeted therapy. Typical codes: X9HF01B

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

X9HE-INNER-EAR-LEFT-INSERTION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Inner Ear Left: 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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Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

DRG Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

DRG Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

References

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Code Attributes

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Inner Ear Insertion Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

DRG Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

What does the ICD-10-PCS code group X9HF represent?

Which specific code denotes insertion into the bilateral inner ear via an open approach?

What are the key ICD-10-PCS attributes for this procedure group?

How does accurate coding within X9HF affect reimbursement and documentation?

Which DRGs are related to procedures in the X9HF group?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

DRG Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

What does the ICD-10-PCS code group X9HF represent?

Which specific code denotes insertion into the bilateral inner ear via an open approach?

What are the key ICD-10-PCS attributes for this procedure group?

How does accurate coding within X9HF affect reimbursement and documentation?

Which DRGs are related to procedures in the X9HF group?

References