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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Swollen Scrotum

ICD-10 Coding for Swollen Scrotum

N49.2
N43.1
N45.1

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

Also Known as:
Scrotal Swelling
Scrotal Edema
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Swollen Scrotum

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Swollen Scrotum

Use ICD-10 code N49.2 for inflammatory disorders of the scrotum, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Inflammatory disorders of the scrotum

Billable Code
N49.2
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of scrotal erythema and purulent drainage

Applicable To

  • • Scrotal cellulitis
  • • Scrotal abscess

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation includes specific symptoms and laboratory findings.

Infected hydrocele

Billable Code
N43.1
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Positive transillumination test
  • • Ultrasound confirmation of fluid
  • • Culture positive for infection

Applicable To

  • • Hydrocele with infection

Important Notes

  • • Document infection status and culture results clearly.

Epididymitis

Billable Code
N45.1
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Tenderness of the epididymis
  • • Positive urinalysis with leukocytes

Applicable To

  • • Acute epididymitis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies epididymal involvement.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

B95.5

Staphylococcus as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere

Use to specify the infectious agent if applicable.

B95.2

Streptococcus as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere

Use to specify the infectious agent if applicable.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a swollen scrotum?

The ICD-10 code for inflammatory disorders of the scrotum is N49.2, which includes conditions like scrotal cellulitis and abscess.

How do you code an infected hydrocele?

An infected hydrocele is coded as N43.1 in ICD-10, requiring documentation of infection and culture results.

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