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DiagnosesScrotal Abscess

Scrotal Abscess

ICD-10 Coding for Scrotal Abscess(N49.2)

PRIMARY SPECIALTYUrology
COMPLEXITYHigh
LAST UPDATED09/15/2025
Sam Tuffun, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist | Medical Coding & Billing Contributor

Diagnosis Overview

What is Scrotal Abscess?
Essential facts and insights about Scrotal Abscess

Key Clinical Considerations:

  • Swelling and tenderness in the scrotal area
  • Fever and chills may be present
  • Pus or fluid drainage from the scrotum

Clinical Information

Clinical Criteria & Documentation Requirements

  • Patient history including onset and duration of symptoms
  • Physical examination findings detailing size and location of abscess
  • Treatment plan and follow-up care

Coding Guidelines

Usage Guidelines & Examples

  • Ensure correct use of N43.0 for scrotal abscess versus other scrotal conditions.
  • Common errors include misclassifying the abscess as a different type of infection.

Code Exclusions

Important Exclusions

  • Testicular torsion
  • Hydrocele
  • Other scrotal infections

Related ICD-10 Codes

Primary Codes
N43.0
Scrotal abscess
Ancillary Codes
B95.62
Differential Codes
N44.0
N45.9

Related CPT Codes

CPT codes will be available in a future update.

Specialty Focus

Primary Specialty

Urology

Specialty Applications

  • Adult and pediatric male patients
  • Urology clinics and emergency departments

Coding Complexity

High Complexity

This diagnosis requires careful attention to:

  • Comprehensive clinical documentation
  • Accurate code selection based on clinical criteria
  • Proper exclusion considerations
  • Specialty-specific coding guidelines

Documentation

Documentation Templates

Billing Information

Billing Considerations

  • Ensure proper documentation for billing
  • Verify code specificity requirements
  • Check for any additional codes needed
  • Review payer-specific guidelines

Common Issues

  • Insufficient clinical documentation
  • Incorrect code selection
  • Missing supporting diagnoses
  • Timing and frequency documentation

Frequently Asked Questions

Documentation requirements?

Document all clinical findings, treatment provided, and patient response.

Billing considerations?

Ensure accurate coding to reflect the severity and complexity of the condition.