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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Overflow Incontinence

ICD-10 Coding for Overflow Incontinence

N39.490

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

Also Known as:
Chronic Urinary Retention
Post-void Dribbling
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Overflow Incontinence

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Overflow Incontinence

Use ICD-10 code N39.490 for overflow incontinence, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Overflow incontinence

Billable Code
N39.490
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Post-void residual >200mL confirmed by bladder scan
documentation:
  • • Detailed note specifying overflow incontinence symptoms and underlying causes

Applicable To

  • • Post-void dribbling
  • • Chronic urinary retention

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies overflow incontinence with supporting clinical evidence.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

N31.1

Neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder, not elsewhere classified

Use when overflow incontinence is due to neurogenic bladder.

N40.1

Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

Use when overflow incontinence is due to BPH.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for overflow incontinence?

The ICD-10 code for overflow incontinence is N39.490. It is used when there is clinical evidence of overflow incontinence, such as high post-void residuals.

How do you code overflow incontinence with neurogenic bladder?

Code N39.490 for overflow incontinence and N31.1 for neurogenic bladder. Ensure documentation supports both conditions.

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