Other bulbous urethral stricture, male
ICD-10 N35.812 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of other bulbous urethral stricture, male.
N35.812 refers to a specific type of urethral stricture occurring in the bulbous urethra of males. Urethral strictures are narrowings of the urethra that can result from various causes, including trauma, infection, or inflammatory conditions. In this case, 'other' indicates that the stricture does not fall under more commonly classified types, such as those caused by trauma or congenital anomalies. Symptoms may include difficulty urinating, urinary retention, and recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs). Diagnosis typically involves a combination of patient history, physical examination, and imaging studies such as retrograde urethrograms or cystoscopy. Treatment options may vary from dilation and urethrotomy to more complex surgical interventions, depending on the severity and location of the stricture. Accurate coding is essential for proper management and reimbursement, as well as for tracking the incidence of urethral disorders in the male population.
Detailed patient history, imaging results, and treatment plans must be documented.
Patients presenting with obstructive urinary symptoms, recurrent UTIs, or post-surgical complications.
Urologists must ensure that the specific type and location of the stricture are clearly documented to support the coding.
Imaging reports must clearly indicate findings related to urethral strictures.
Imaging studies performed for patients with suspected urethral strictures.
Radiologists should provide detailed descriptions of the stricture's location and characteristics in their reports.
Used for evaluation of suspected urethral stricture.
Document indications for the procedure and findings.
Urologists should ensure that the findings are clearly linked to the diagnosis.
Common causes include trauma, infections such as urethritis, and inflammatory conditions. Accurate documentation of the cause is essential for proper coding.
