ICD Code N43.3

ICD code N43.3 is hydrocele, unspecified, which refers to a swelling in the scrotum caused by fluid accumulation around the testicle, without further specification of the type or cause.

1. Presence of a painless, fluid-filled swelling in the scrotum

2. Palpable fluctuant mass separate from the testicle

3. Transillumination of the scrotal swelling (fluid-filled nature)

4. Absence of signs of infection (e.g., redness, warmth, fever)

5. No evidence of trauma or acute onset pain

6. No palpable inguinal hernia

7. No associated testicular mass or malignancy

8. No prior definitive diagnosis specifying the type or cause of the hydrocele

Relevant CPT codes for ICD code N43.3 include:

- 55000: Puncture aspiration of hydrocele, tunica vaginalis, with or without injection of medication

- 55040: Excision of hydrocele; unilateral

- 55041: Excision of hydrocele; bilateral

- 55100: Incision and drainage of scrotal wall abscess (if applicable to hydrocele complications)

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