Diagnostic and Coding Guidance

These documents were created to ensure that consistent diagnostic evaluation, documentation and coding practices are used throughout the DoD by BHD and FBN Audiology clinics, among audiologists and Hearing Health Technicians, as well as by providers who evaluate and treat auditory/vestibular disorders. This will help to ensure that meaningful and correct data is being captured in the Joint Hearing Loss and Auditory System Injury Registry (JHASIR).

Quick Fact

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No two ears are the same, which is important to keep in mind when ensuring proper fit for hearing protective devices. During hearing protection testing, there is a <2mm difference in insertion depth between eighty-five percent of subjects’ left and right ears.

Diagnostic and Coding Guidance

For Providers

Quick Fact