H74.31Header code — not billable

Ankylosis of ear ossicles

Chapter
8. Diseases of the ear and mastoid process
Category
H74
Effective date
October 1, 2026

Related codes in category H74

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code H74.31?

H74.31 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Ankylosis of ear ossicles.

Is H74.31 a billable code?

No. H74.31 is a category/header code, not billable on its own — use one of its more specific child codes instead.

What ICD-10-CM chapter is H74.31 in?

H74.31 falls under Chapter 8: Diseases of the ear and mastoid process.

When did H74.31 become effective?

H74.31 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.

What other codes are related to H74.31?

H74.31 belongs to category H74, which includes 12 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.

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