ICD Code N40
ICD code N40 is used to identify benign prostatic hyperplasia, a noncancerous enlargement of the prostate gland in healthcare records.
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What is ICD diagnosis code N40
ICD code N40 is benign prostatic hyperplasia, which refers to a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland commonly seen in older men.
When to use ICD code N40
1. Presence of lower urinary tract symptoms such as increased urinary frequency, urgency, nocturia, or weak urinary stream
2. Digital rectal examination revealing an enlarged, non-tender prostate
3. Absence of signs or symptoms suggestive of urinary tract infection, prostatitis, or prostate malignancy
4. Imaging studies (e.g., ultrasound) confirming increased prostate volume
5. Patient age typically over 40 years
6. Gradual onset and progression of urinary symptoms
7. No evidence of urethral stricture, bladder stones, or neurogenic bladder dysfunction
Billable CPT codes for ICD code N40
Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code N40 include:
- 52601
- 52648
- 52649
- 52450
- 55700
- 55706
- 52000
- 52224
- 52234
- 52235
- 52240
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