Noninflammatory disorders of testis
In Diseases of male genital organs (N40-N53), chapter 14: Diseases of the Genitourinary System
8 billable codes under N44: 5 are a CC; none map to an HCC.A CC or MCC (major CC) is a secondary diagnosis that raises the MS-DRG payment.
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Official coding guidelines
From the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, FY 2027 (CMS and NCHS). Links open the PDF at the right page.
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All codes under N44
N44 can't be used on a claim. Pick a billable code below; grey headings group them.
- N44.0Torsion of testis
- N44.00Torsion of testis, unspecified
- N44.01Extravaginal torsion of spermatic cord
- N44.02Intravaginal torsion of spermatic cord
- N44.03Torsion of appendix testis
- N44.04Torsion of appendix epididymis
- N44.1Cyst of tunica albuginea testis
- N44.2Benign cyst of testis
- N44.8Other noninflammatory disorders of the testis
N44 MS-DRGs
As the principal diagnosis, all 8 billable codes under N44 group to MS-DRG 729 or 730 (v44.0). Which one applies depends on procedures performed, secondary diagnoses (CC/MCC), and the patient's age and discharge status.
About the condition
Plain-language background from MedlinePlus (National Library of Medicine), not coding guidance.
Testicular Disorders
Testicles, or testes, make male hormones and sperm. They are two egg-shaped organs inside the scrotum, the loose sac of skin behind the penis. It's easy to injure your testicles because they are not protected by bones or muscles. Men and boys should wear athletic supporters when they play sports.
Read more about testicular disorders on MedlinePlusCode history
Valid since FY2016, when ICD-10-CM took effect on October 1, 2015. No changes since.