H72.2
⚠ Non-billable (Header)Other marginal perforations of tympanic membrane
Diseases of the ear and mastoid process (H60-H95)
⚠️ This is a category header code — not billable. Use a more specific child code below.
❌ Excludes1
inheritedRules inherited from parent codes in the hierarchy.
- • acute suppurative otitis media with rupture of the tympanic membrane (H66.01-)
- • traumatic rupture of ear drum (S09.2-)
📋 Code Instructions
inherited- • Code first: any associated otitis media (H65.-, H66.1-, H66.2-, H66.3-, H66.4-, H66.9-, H67.-)
Child Codes (1)
Clinical Description
ICD-10-CM code H72.2 represents other marginal perforations of tympanic membrane. This code falls under the Diseases of the ear and mastoid process (H60-H95) classification. It is a non-billable category header code. A more specific child code from the list below must be used for billing and reimbursement purposes.
This is a 5-character code at the 4th level of specificity. There are 1 more specific child codes under H72.2. Coders should note that H72.2 has 2 Excludes1 restriction(s) — codes that cannot be reported together on the same claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code H72.2?
ICD-10-CM code H72.2 is "Other marginal perforations of tympanic membrane". It belongs to the category: Diseases of the ear and mastoid process (H60-H95).
Is H72.2 a billable ICD-10 code?
No, H72.2 is a non-billable header code. A more specific child code must be used for billing.
What codes are excluded with H72.2?
H72.2 has 2 Excludes1 rule(s). These codes are mutually exclusive and cannot be coded together on the same claim.
Related Codes in H72
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Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)