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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Nephroureterectomy

ICD-10 Coding for Nephroureterectomy

0TT10ZZ
C67.6

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

Also Known as:
Kidney and ureter removal
Radical nephroureterectomy
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Nephroureterectomy

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Nephroureterectomy

Use ICD-10 code 0TT10ZZ for resection of left kidney, open approach, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Resection of left kidney, open approach

Non-Billable
0TT10ZZ
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Open surgical approach documented
documentation:
  • • Operative note specifies complete kidney removal

Applicable To

  • • Complete removal of the kidney

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the surgical approach and laterality.

Malignant neoplasm of ureteric orifice

Billable Code
C67.6
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Pathology report confirming malignancy
  • • Imaging showing tumor at ureteric orifice

Applicable To

  • • Cancer involving the ureteric orifice

Important Notes

  • • Ensure tumor location is clearly documented.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

0TTB0ZZ

Resection of ureter, open approach

Use alongside kidney resection codes when the ureter is also removed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for nephroureterectomy?

The ICD-10-PCS code for nephroureterectomy varies based on the approach: 0TT10ZZ for open left kidney resection, 0TT14ZZ for laparoscopic left kidney resection.

How do you code a robotic nephroureterectomy?

For robotic nephroureterectomy, use ICD-10-PCS code 0TT14ZZ for the left kidney and 0TT04ZZ for the right kidney.

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