Asked by Torian James on May 17, 2024
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What is the correct code assigned for a patient with Ménière's disease of the left ear?
A) H81.01
B) H81.02
C) H81.03
D) H81.09
Ménière's Disease
A disorder of the inner ear causing severe dizziness (vertigo), ringing in the ears (tinnitus), hearing loss, and a feeling of fullness or congestion in the ear.
- Gain an understanding of the coding mechanisms for diverse ear-related disorders.
- Gain an understanding of ear-related diseases and the process of their coding.
Verified Answer
YD
Young D-RockMay 20, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Ménière's disease is a disorder of the inner ear that causes episodes of vertigo, ringing in the ears (tinnitus), a feeling of fullness or pressure in the ear, and fluctuating hearing loss. The correct code for Ménière's disease of the left ear is H81.02. The fourth character specifies the affected ear, with 0 indicating unspecified, 1 indicating right, and 2 indicating left. The other options (H81.01, H81.03, H81.09) are for other types of Ménière's disease or for disorders of the ear not specific to Ménière's disease.
Learning Objectives
- Gain an understanding of the coding mechanisms for diverse ear-related disorders.
- Gain an understanding of ear-related diseases and the process of their coding.