Otorhinolaryngological devices associated with adverse incidents (Y72) ICD-10-CM
The Y72 code range covers otorhinolaryngological devices associated with adverse incidents with 6 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 5 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2026, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Codes in the Y72 Range 6 codes · 5 billable
- Y72 Otorhinolaryngological devices associated with adverse incidentsNon-billable
- Y72.0 Diagnostic and monitoring otorhinolaryngological devices associated with adverse incidents
- Y72.1 Therapeutic (nonsurgical) and rehabilitative otorhinolaryngological devices associated with adverse incidents
- Y72.2 Prosthetic and other implants, materials and accessory otorhinolaryngological devices associated with adverse incidents
- Y72.3 Surgical instruments, materials and otorhinolaryngological devices (including sutures) associated with adverse incidents
- Y72.8 Miscellaneous otorhinolaryngological devices associated with adverse incidents, not elsewhere classified
About the Y72 Code Range
The ICD-10 code Y72 covers adverse incidents related to otorhinolaryngological devices, which are medical tools used in ear, nose, and throat care. These codes help identify problems arising from diagnostic, therapeutic, prosthetic, surgical, or other ENT devices causing complications.
The section includes specific codes such as Y72.0 for issues with diagnostic and monitoring devices, and Y72.1 for adverse events linked to therapeutic and rehabilitative devices. For example, complications following the insertion of tympanic ventilation tubes, often used for chronic otitis media, are categorized here. The code Y72.2 addresses problems with prosthetic implants like ossicular prostheses, including dislocations or retained ventilation tubes. Surgical instruments and materials associated with harm are found under Y72.3, while Y72.8 captures other miscellaneous ENT devices' adverse incidents not classified elsewhere. Using these codes ensures precise documentation of device-related complications in otorhinolaryngology, aiding clinicians and coders in tracking and managing these specific causes of patient harm.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the Y72 range?
Of the 6 codes in this range, 5 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the Y72 range classify?
The range classifies otorhinolaryngological devices associated with adverse incidents. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
