This is a new 35-year-old male who is experiencing a piercing ringing sound in his left ear that began 6 months ago. The ringing interferes with his daily life, and he has problems sleeping. The patient is taken to a testing suite for a bilateral tinnitus assessment; pitch frequency matching loudness and masking procedures are included. The findings of the testing indicate a positive determination of tinnitus, acute tinnitus. Follow-up masking therapy scheduled. Select the appropriate ICD-10-CM and CPT code(s):

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The correct ICD-10-CM code for tinnitus in the left ear is H93.12, and the appropriate CPT code for tinnitus assessment is 92625. The patient's symptoms and the specific testing performed align with these codes.

This Is a New 35-Year-Old Male Who Is Experiencing a Piercing