F15 Vestibular Assessment - Diagnostic Audiology ICD-10-PCS
The F15 code range contains 17 ICD-10-PCS codes for Vestibular Assessment procedures on the diagnostic audiology. 16 of the codes are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission in fiscal year 2026.
Root Operation Definition
Vestibular Assessment: Measurement of the vestibular system and related functions.
Codes in the F15 Range 17 codes · 16 billable
- F15 Physical Rehabilitation and Diagnostic Audiology, Diagnostic Audiology, Vestibular AssessmentNon-billable header
- F15Z08Z Bithermal, Binaural Caloric Irrigation Assessment using Vestibular / Balance Equipment
- F15Z0ZZ Bithermal, Binaural Caloric Irrigation Assessment
- F15Z18Z Bithermal, Monaural Caloric Irrigation Assessment using Vestibular / Balance Equipment
- F15Z1ZZ Bithermal, Monaural Caloric Irrigation Assessment
- F15Z28Z Unithermal Binaural Screen Assessment using Vestibular / Balance Equipment
- F15Z2ZZ Unithermal Binaural Screen Assessment
- F15Z38Z Oscillating Tracking Assessment using Vestibular / Balance Equipment
- F15Z3ZZ Oscillating Tracking Assessment
- F15Z48Z Sinusoidal Vertical Axis Rotational Assessment using Vestibular / Balance Equipment
- F15Z4ZZ Sinusoidal Vertical Axis Rotational Assessment
- F15Z58Z Dix-Hallpike Dynamic Assessment using Vestibular / Balance Equipment
- F15Z5ZZ Dix-Hallpike Dynamic Assessment
- F15Z68Z Computerized Dynamic Posturography Assessment using Vestibular / Balance Equipment
- F15Z6ZZ Computerized Dynamic Posturography Assessment
- F15Z75Z Tinnitus Masker Assessment using Hearing Aid Selection / Fitting / Test Equipment
- F15Z7ZZ Tinnitus Masker Assessment
About the F15 Code Range
The ICD-10-PCS root operation Vestibular Assessment (code F15) involves testing and evaluating the vestibular system to assess balance and spatial orientation. This operation falls under the Physical Rehabilitation and Diagnostic Audiology section and is used to identify vestibular dysfunction or balance disorders.
Examples of this operation include various specialized assessments such as the Bithermal, Binaural Caloric Irrigation Assessment (codes F15Z08Z and F15Z0ZZ), which stimulates the inner ear to evaluate vestibular response. Other codes cover related tests like the Dix-Hallpike Dynamic Assessment (codes F15Z58Z and F15Z5ZZ), used to diagnose positional vertigo, and Computerized Dynamic Posturography (codes F15Z68Z and F15Z6ZZ), which analyzes balance control using specialized equipment. Additionally, the Tinnitus Masker Assessment (codes F15Z75Z and F15Z7ZZ) evaluates tinnitus management through hearing aid devices. These detailed codes reflect the variety of approaches and equipment used in vestibular and auditory assessments within diagnostic audiology.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the F15 range?
Of the 17 codes in this range, 16 are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Table header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the F15 range classify?
The range classifies Vestibular Assessment procedures, measurement of the vestibular system and related functions, performed on the diagnostic audiology. Each code adds the body part, approach, device, and qualifier in characters four through seven, and links to its own reference page.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-PCS order file and code tables, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
