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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Nipple Discharge

ICD-10 Coding for Nipple Discharge

N64.52

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

Also Known as:
Breast Discharge
Mammary Discharge
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Nipple Discharge

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Nipple Discharge

Use ICD-10 code N64.52 for nipple discharge, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Nipple discharge

Billable Code
N64.52
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of spontaneous unilateral serosanguineous discharge
documentation:
  • • Detailed description of discharge including laterality and characteristics

Applicable To

  • • Spontaneous unilateral serosanguineous discharge

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation includes discharge characteristics and any associated symptoms.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

R89.4

Abnormal findings on examination of breast

Use when discharge is noted during routine examination without symptoms.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for nipple discharge?

The ICD-10 code for nipple discharge is N64.52. It is used for spontaneous unilateral or bilateral discharge without a confirmed underlying pathology.

How do you code bilateral nipple discharge?

For bilateral nipple discharge, use N64.52 for each side and ensure documentation specifies laterality and characteristics.

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