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ICD-10 Coding for Urethral Stenosis(N35.011, N35.0, N35.113)

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Comprehensive guide to ICD-10 coding for urethral stenosis, including specific codes, documentation requirements, and common pitfalls.

Also known as:
Urethral StrictureUrethral Narrowing
Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Urethral Stenosis

N00-N99Primary Range

Diseases of the genitourinary system

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Code Comparison: When to Use Each Code

Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection

CodeDescription
N35.011Post-traumatic bulbous urethral stricture, male
N35.113Postinfective membranous stricture, male
Primary ICD-10-CM Codes
Post-traumatic bulbous urethral stricture
N35.011Billable
Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Postinfective membranous stricture, maleN35.113
Post-traumatic bulbous urethral stricture, maleN35.011

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting Urethral Stenosis.

Using unspecified codes

Impact

Clinical: Leads to inadequate treatment plans., Regulatory: Increases audit risk., Financial: Results in denied claims.

Mitigation

Always specify stricture location and cause., Use detailed documentation templates.

Using N35.91 for unspecified urethral stricture

Impact

Reimbursement: May lead to reduced reimbursement due to lack of specificity., Compliance: Increases risk of audit due to non-specific coding., Data Quality: Decreases data quality and accuracy in patient records.

Mitigation

Specify the location and cause of the stricture to use a more specific code.

Unspecified coding

Impact

Using unspecified codes increases audit risk.

Mitigation

Ensure all documentation includes specific details about the stricture.

Frequently Asked Questions

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