Obstructive Uropathy ICD-10-CM Codes
Explore the ICD-10 Codes for Obstructive Uropathy, including clinical descriptions, billable status, related clinical information, synonyms, and FAQs.
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What ICD-10 Codes are Used for Obstructive Uropathy?
Obstructive uropathy is a medical condition where the flow of urine is blocked in the urinary tract, potentially leading to serious complications like kidney damage or failure. To accurately diagnose, treat, and bill for this condition, healthcare providers rely on specific ICD-10 codes that are standardized to represent various forms and causes of obstructive uropathy.
- N13.1: Hydronephrosis with ureteropelvic junction obstruction. This code describes kidney swelling due to obstruction at the junction between the kidney and the ureter.
- N13.2: Hydronephrosis with obstruction of the renal pelvis and ureter. Refers to kidney swelling due to obstruction in the renal pelvis and ureter.
- N13.30: Unspecified hydronephrosis. Used when the specific nature of the obstruction is not documented.
- N13.4: Crossed fused renal ectopia. Refers to a rare congenital condition that can cause obstruction.
- N13.8: Other obstructive and reflux uropathy. This code includes other obstruction and reflux conditions within the urinary tract.
Which Obstructive Uropathy ICD codes are Billable?
- N13.1: Yes
- N13.2: Yes
- N13.30: Yes
- N13.4: Yes
- N13.8: Yes
Clinical Information
- Obstructive uropathy is a condition where the flow of urine is blocked.
- It can occur anywhere in the urinary tract, including the kidneys, bladder, or ureters.
- Symptoms include pain, decreased urine output, and kidney failure if untreated.
- Diagnosis typically involves ultrasound, CT scan, or MRI.
- Treatment may include catheterization, surgery, or medications to alleviate the obstruction.
Synonyms Include:
- Urinary tract obstruction
- Ureteral obstruction
- Blocked urine flow
- Kidney obstruction
- Uropathy, obstructive
Commonly asked questions
These codes are used to classify and document obstructive uropathy for medical billing, research, and healthcare management.
Treatment may include draining the urine, removing the obstruction through surgery or medication, or addressing underlying conditions that caused the obstruction.
It is a standardized code that defines and classifies the specific type of obstructive uropathy, facilitating medical billing, research, and patient care.
