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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Bilateral Nephrolithiasis

ICD-10 Coding for Bilateral Nephrolithiasis

N20.2
N13.2

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for bilateral nephrolithiasis includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Bilateral Kidney Stones
Bilateral Renal Calculi
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Bilateral Nephrolithiasis

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Bilateral Nephrolithiasis

Use ICD-10 code N20.2 for calculus of kidney and ureter, bilateral, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Calculus of kidney and ureter, bilateral

Billable Code
N20.2
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Stones in both kidneys/ureters without hydronephrosis

Applicable To

  • • Bilateral kidney stones without hydronephrosis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies bilateral stones without hydronephrosis.

Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction

Billable Code
N13.2
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Imaging showing hydronephrosis with obstructing stones

Applicable To

  • • Obstructing stones with hydronephrosis

Important Notes

  • • Document hydronephrosis and obstruction clearly.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

N21.1

Calculus in urethra

Use as a secondary code if urethral stones are present.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for bilateral nephrolithiasis?

The ICD-10 code for bilateral nephrolithiasis without hydronephrosis is N20.2. If hydronephrosis is present, use N13.2.

Can N20.2 and N13.2 be used together?

No, N20.2 and N13.2 cannot be used together due to Excludes1 notes. Use N13.2 if hydronephrosis is present.

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