Foreign body in genitourinary tract
Chapter 19:Injury, poisoning and other consequences of external causes
ICD-10 T19 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of foreign body in genitourinary tract.
The ICD-10 Level 1 Category code T19 refers to foreign bodies located within the genitourinary tract. This category encompasses a variety of conditions where foreign objects, such as surgical instruments, contraceptive devices, or other materials, are inadvertently introduced into the urinary system or reproductive organs. These foreign bodies can lead to significant complications, including infections, obstruction, or injury to the surrounding tissues. Clinicians must be vigilant in diagnosing and managing these cases to prevent further morbidity and ensure patient safety.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
T19 includes conditions involving any foreign body present in the genitourinary tract, such as retained surgical instruments, misplaced catheters, or foreign objects introduced during sexual activity.
T19 codes should be used when a patient presents with symptoms related to a foreign body in the genitourinary tract, and the presence of the foreign body is confirmed through imaging or surgical findings.
Documentation for T19 should include a detailed account of the patient's history, the nature of the foreign body, its location, any symptoms experienced, and the results of any imaging studies or interventions performed.
