ICD Code N13.8

ICD code N13.8 is other types of blockage or backward flow of urine in the urinary tract that are not specified elsewhere.

1. Evidence of urinary tract obstruction not classified under more specific codes

2. Symptoms of urinary retention, decreased urine output, or difficulty urinating

3. Imaging or diagnostic findings indicating obstruction or reflux in the urinary tract

4. Presence of hydronephrosis or hydroureter not due to stones or malignancy

5. Recurrent urinary tract infections associated with obstruction or reflux

6. Clinical documentation of vesicoureteral reflux or other forms of urine backflow

7. Exclusion of congenital or primary obstructive uropathies with specific codes

8. Chronic or intermittent flank pain related to urinary flow impairment

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code N13.8 include:

- 52000 (Cystourethroscopy)

- 52332 (Cystourethroscopy, with insertion of indwelling ureteral stent)

- 52351 (Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; diagnostic)

- 52352 (Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with biopsy)

- 52353 (Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy)

- 50590 (Lithotripsy, extracorporeal shock wave)

- 50605 (Ureterotomy, with exploration, drainage, or removal of calculus)

- 50080 (Percutaneous nephrostolithotomy or pyelostolithotomy; up to 2 cm)

- 50081 (Percutaneous nephrostolithotomy or pyelostolithotomy; over 2 cm)

- 50392 (Insertion of nephrostomy tube)

- 50432 (Placement of nephrostomy catheter, percutaneous)

These CPT codes are commonly associated with the treatment of ICD code N13.8.

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