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H90.72

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Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, unilateral, left ear, with unrestricted hearing on the contralateral side

Diseases of the ear and mastoid process (H60-H95)

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H90
  • • deaf nonspeaking NEC (H91.3)
  • • deafness NOS (H91.9-)
  • • hearing loss NOS (H91.9-)
  • • noise-induced hearing loss (H83.3-)
  • • ototoxic hearing loss (H91.0-)
  • • sudden (idiopathic) hearing loss (H91.2-)

Clinical Description

ICD-10-CM code H90.72 represents mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, unilateral, left ear, with unrestricted hearing on the contralateral side. This code falls under the Diseases of the ear and mastoid process (H60-H95) classification. It is a billable/specific code valid for HIPAA-covered transactions as of October 1, 2025 (FY2026). This code can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes on insurance claims.

This is a 6-character code at the 5th level of specificity. This is the most specific code available in this subcategory. Coders should note that H90.72 has 6 Excludes1 restriction(s) — codes that cannot be reported together on the same claim.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ICD-10 code H90.72?

ICD-10-CM code H90.72 is "Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, unilateral, left ear, with unrestricted hearing on the contralateral side". It belongs to the category: Diseases of the ear and mastoid process (H60-H95).

Is H90.72 a billable ICD-10 code?

Yes, H90.72 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What codes are excluded with H90.72?

H90.72 has 6 Excludes1 rule(s). These codes are mutually exclusive and cannot be coded together on the same claim.

Related Codes in H90.7

Other codes in the same category that may be relevant for differential coding:

H90.71Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, unilateral, right ear, with unrestricted hearing on the contralateral side

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Code Information

CodeH90.72
BillableYes
ParentH90.7
CategoryDiseases of the ear and mastoid process (H60-H95)
Excludes16 rule(s)
Excludes20 note(s)

Data Source

CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List

Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)