Eustachian Tube Dysfunction

Eustachian Tube Dysfunction

Learn about the eustachian tube dysfunction ICD-10-CM codes you can use through this guide.

By Matt Olivares on Aug 8, 2025.

Fact Checked by Karina Jimenea.

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What ICD-10 codes are used for eustachian tube dysfunction?

Eustachian tube dysfunction is a condition where the eustachian tube, which connects the middle ear to the back of the throat, fails to open or close correctly. Here are the commonly used Eustachian Tube Dysfunction ICD codes:

Eustachian salpingitis

This is a type of dysfunction characterized by the clogging of the tubes that equalize air pressure. This causes pain and potentially temporary hearing issues. Pick the code that's specific to the type of salpingitis your patient is dealing with, and which ears are affected. Acute means it happened out of the blue. Chronic means it's been going on for a long time.

  • H68.019 - Acute Eustachian salpingitis, unspecified ear
  • H68.011 - Acute Eustachian salpingitis, right ear
  • H68.012 - Acute Eustachian salpingitis, left ear
  • H68.013 - Acute Eustachian salpingitis, bilateral
  • H68.029 - Chronic Eustachian salpingitis, unspecified ear
  • H68.021 - Chronic Eustachian salpingitis, right ear
  • H68.022 - Chronic Eustachian salpingitis, left ear
  • H68.023 - Chronic Eustachian salpingitis, bilateral

Patulous eustachian tube

This type of dysfunction is characterized by the tube remaining open, which can cause a person to hear their own voice and breathing too loudly. They might even hear their own blood pumping.

  • H69.00 - Patulous Eustachian tube, unspecified ear
  • H69.01 - Patulous Eustachian tube, right ear
  • H69.02 - Patulous Eustachian tube, left ear
  • H69.03 - Patulous Eustachian tube, bilateral

Other and unspecified disorders

If the specific eustachian tube dysfunction your patient has no specific ICD-10-CM code, please use any of the following:

  • H69.80 - Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, unspecified ear
  • H69.81 - Other specified Eustachian tube disorders, right ear
  • H69.82 - Other specified Eustachian tube disorders, left ear
  • H69.83 - Other specified Eustachian tube disorders, bilateral

Which eustachian tube dysfunction ICD codes are billable?

All of the aforementioned ICD-10 eustachian tube dysfunction codes are valid and billable.

Clinical information

Eustachian tube dysfunction can cause various symptoms and complications related to the ear. Here's what you need to know:

  • It can lead to symptoms like ear pain, hearing loss, tinnitus, and a feeling of fullness in the ear.
  • Please note that eustachian tube dysfunctions affect the middle ear, not the inner ear.
  • The condition can be caused by allergies, colds, sinus infections, or even changes in altitude.
  • Diagnosis often involves a physical examination and tests like tympanometry to assess middle ear pressure.
  • Treatment options include decongestants, antihistamines, and sometimes surgical interventions like tube insertion for chronic cases.
  • Proper diagnosis and treatment are essential to prevent complications like ear infections or hearing loss.

Synonyms include

  • Eustachian tube blockage
  • Eustachian tube disorder
  • Eustachian tube obstruction
  • Eustachian tube insufficiency
  • Eustachian tube dysfunction syndrome
  • Unspecified eustachian tube disorder
  • Eustachian tube dysfunction and other ear and mastoid process problems

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Commonly asked questions

Various factors, including allergies, respiratory infections, sinus infections, and changes in altitude or pressure, can cause eustachian tube dysfunction.

Diagnosis of eustachian tube dysfunction typically involves a physical examination of the ear and tests like tympanometry to assess the pressure and fluid status in the middle ear.

Treatment options for eustachian tube dysfunction may include medications like decongestants and antihistamines, and surgical interventions like tube insertion in the eardrum for chronic or severe cases.

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