Other membranous urethral stricture, male
ICD-10 N35.813 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of other membranous urethral stricture, male.
N35.813 refers to a specific type of urethral stricture affecting the membranous portion of the urethra in males. Urethral strictures are narrowings of the urethra that can result from various causes, including trauma, infection, or inflammatory conditions. In this case, the term 'other' indicates that the stricture does not fall into the more common categories of strictures, such as those caused by congenital anomalies or post-surgical complications. Symptoms may include difficulty urinating, a weak urine stream, or urinary retention. Diagnosis typically involves a combination of patient history, physical examination, and imaging studies such as retrograde urethrograms. Treatment options may include urethral dilation, urethrotomy, or urethroplasty, depending on the severity and location of the stricture. Accurate coding is essential for proper reimbursement and to ensure that the patient's medical history is correctly documented.
Detailed patient history, imaging studies, and treatment plans must be documented.
Patients presenting with urinary retention, recurrent urinary tract infections, or post-traumatic urethral injuries.
Urologists must ensure that the cause of the stricture is clearly documented to support the use of N35.813.
Imaging reports must clearly indicate the presence and characteristics of the stricture.
Performing retrograde urethrograms or other imaging studies to assess urethral strictures.
Radiologists should provide detailed descriptions of findings to aid in accurate coding.
Used when performing dilation of a membranous urethral stricture.
Document the findings during cystoscopy and the need for dilation.
Urologists should ensure that the procedure is clearly linked to the diagnosis of N35.813.
Common causes include trauma, surgical complications, infections, and inflammatory conditions. Accurate documentation of the cause is essential for coding.
