All ICD10 Codes
N49Not billable, use a more specific code below

Inflammatory disorders of male genital organs, not elsewhere classified

In Diseases of male genital organs (N40-N53), chapter 14: Diseases of the Genitourinary System

6 billable codes under N49: none are a CC or MCC; 1 map to HCC 92 (Bone/Joint/Muscle/Severe Soft Tissue Infections/Necrosis).An HCC counts toward a Medicare Advantage patient's risk score.

Instructional notes

Excludes1: not coded here, use a different code

  • inflammation of penis (N48.1, N48.2-)
  • orchitis and epididymitis (N45.-)

Use additional code: add a second code for this, listed after this one

  • code (B95-B97), to identify infectious agent

All codes under N49

N49 can't be used on a claim. Pick a billable code below; grey headings group them.

MS-DRGs

As the principal diagnosis, all 6 billable codes under N49 group to these MS-DRGs (v44.0). Which one applies depends on procedures performed, secondary diagnoses (CC/MCC), and the patient's age and discharge status.

Other codes that refer to N49

Notes on these codes point to N49.

  • L02 Excludes2: abscess of male genital organs (external) (N48.2, N49.-)
  • L02.2 Excludes2: abscess of male external genital organs (N48.2, N49.-)
  • L03 Excludes2: cellulitis of male external genital organs (N48.2, N49.-)
  • L03.31 Excludes2: cellulitis of male external genital organs (N48.2, N49.-)

About the condition

Plain-language background from MedlinePlus (National Library of Medicine), not coding guidance.

Penis Disorders

Problems with the penis can cause pain and affect a man's sexual function and fertility. Penis disorders include:

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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.

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Code history

Valid since FY2016, when ICD-10-CM took effect on October 1, 2015. No changes since.