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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for recruitment

H93.21

Auditory recruitment

Header — needs a more specific code

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Recruitment, auditory”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding recruitment

The ICD-10-CM code for recruitment is H93.21 (Auditory recruitment).

Within H93.2 (other abnormal auditory perceptions), H93.21 is specifically for auditory recruitment. Related codes cover Diplacusis (H93.22), Hyperacusis (H93.23), temporary auditory threshold shift (H93.24), central auditory processing disorder (H93.25) and other abnormal auditory perceptions (H93.29).

To report this condition, pick the subcode that matches the documentation: H93.211 (right ear), H93.212 (left ear), H93.213 (bilateral) and H93.219 (unspecified ear).

It has been part of ICD-10-CM since the code set took effect on October 1, 2015 and hasn't changed since.

Common questions about recruitment ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for recruitment?

H93.21 — Auditory recruitment (a header code; report a more specific subcode).

Is H93.21 billable?

No. H93.21 is a header code. Report one of its more specific subcodes instead.