Hyperacusis, bilateral
ICD-10 H93.233 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of hyperacusis, bilateral.
Hyperacusis is a condition characterized by an increased sensitivity to normal environmental sounds, leading to discomfort or pain. When bilateral, it affects both ears, causing significant distress and impairment in daily activities. Patients may experience sounds that are typically tolerable as overwhelmingly loud or painful. This condition can arise from various underlying issues, including noise-induced hearing loss, acoustic trauma, or neurological disorders affecting auditory processing. The clinical presentation often includes complaints of discomfort in response to sounds that others find normal, which can lead to social withdrawal and anxiety. Diagnosis typically involves a thorough audiological evaluation, including pure-tone audiometry and sound tolerance testing, to differentiate hyperacusis from other auditory disorders. Management may include sound therapy, counseling, and the use of hearing protection in loud environments. Understanding the underlying cause is crucial for effective treatment and improving the patient's quality of life.
Detailed audiological assessments, patient history, and treatment plans.
Patients presenting with increased sensitivity to sound following acoustic trauma or ototoxic medication.
Ensure documentation reflects the bilateral nature of hyperacusis and any associated conditions.
Comprehensive audiometric testing results and patient-reported outcomes.
Patients undergoing sound tolerance testing and therapy for hyperacusis.
Document the specific sounds that trigger discomfort and the patient's coping strategies.
Used during the evaluation of a patient with suspected hyperacusis.
Document the results of the audiometric tests and any patient-reported outcomes.
Otolaryngologists and audiologists should ensure thorough documentation of findings.
Hyperacusis is a condition characterized by an abnormal sensitivity to everyday sounds, leading to discomfort or pain.
Diagnosis typically involves a comprehensive audiological evaluation, including patient history and sound tolerance testing.
Management may include sound therapy, counseling, and the use of hearing protection in loud environments.
