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DiagnosesAsha

Asha

ICD-10 Coding for Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD)(H93.25, R48.8)

PRIMARY SPECIALTYAudiology
COMPLEXITYHigh
LAST UPDATED09/15/2025
Sam Tuffun, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist | Medical Coding & Billing Contributor

Diagnosis Overview

What is Asha?
Essential facts and insights about Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD)

Key Clinical Considerations:

  • Hearing loss (conductive, sensorineural, or mixed)
  • Tinnitus or ringing in the ears
  • Balance disorders or dizziness

Clinical Information

Clinical Criteria & Documentation Requirements

  • Patient history and symptom description
  • Results of audiometric testing
  • Referral notes from primary care or specialists

Coding Guidelines

Usage Guidelines & Examples

  • Follow usage guidelines for specific hearing loss types.
  • Common errors include using outdated codes or omitting necessary documentation.

Code Exclusions

Important Exclusions

  • Conditions such as ear infections or otosclerosis that may require different coding.
  • Alternative codes for related conditions like Meniere's disease.

Related ICD-10 Codes

Primary Codes
H90.3
Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
H93.1
Tinnitus, unspecified
R42
Dizziness and giddiness
Ancillary Codes
R48.8
Differential Codes
H90.3
H90.3
if audiometric tests confirm hearing loss rather than processing disorder.
F80.0
F80.0
for developmental speech disorders without auditory processing issues.

Related CPT Codes

CPT codes will be available in a future update.

Specialty Focus

Primary Specialty

Audiology

Specialty Applications

  • Adults and children with hearing impairments
  • Outpatient audiology clinics and ENT practices

Coding Complexity

High Complexity

This diagnosis requires careful attention to:

  • Comprehensive clinical documentation
  • Accurate code selection based on clinical criteria
  • Proper exclusion considerations
  • Specialty-specific coding guidelines

Documentation

Documentation Templates

Billing Information

Billing Considerations

  • Ensure proper documentation for billing
  • Verify code specificity requirements
  • Check for any additional codes needed
  • Review payer-specific guidelines

Common Issues

  • Insufficient clinical documentation
  • Incorrect code selection
  • Missing supporting diagnoses
  • Timing and frequency documentation

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the documentation requirements?

Include patient history, audiometric test results, and any referrals.

What are the billing considerations?

Ensure correct ICD codes are used and verify insurance coverage for audiology services.