Calculus of ureter ICD-9-CM 592.1is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 592.1should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015. For claims with a date of service on or after October 1, 2015, use an equivalent ICD-10-CM code(or codes).
The ICD-10-CM Alphabetical Index is designed to allow medical coders to look up various medical terms and connect them with the appropriate ICD codes. There are 0 terms under the parent term 'Urethrolithiasis' in the ICD-10-CM Alphabetical Index . See Code: N21.1
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ICD-10 | Calculus of ureter (N20. 1)
N20. 1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM N20.
2013 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 592.0 : Calculus of kidney.
ICD-10-CM Code for Hydronephrosis with ureteropelvic junction obstruction N13. 0.
Kidney stones (also called renal calculi, nephrolithiasis or urolithiasis) are hard deposits made of minerals and salts that form inside your kidneys. Diet, excess body weight, some medical conditions, and certain supplements and medications are among the many causes of kidney stones.
0: Calculus of kidney.
N20 – Calculus of kidney and ureterN20.0 – Calculus of kidney.N20.1 – Calculus of ureter.N20.2 – Calculus of kidney with calculus of ureter.N20.9 – Urinary calculus, unspecified.
ICD-10 code Z87. 442 for Personal history of urinary calculi is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Factors influencing health status and contact with health services .
Some diagnostic tests that detect the presence of kidney stones include abdominal x-rays, intravenous pyelogram, kidney ultrasound, retrograde pyelogram, abdominal CT scan, and abdominal/kidney MRI.
The ureteropelvic junction is located where the pelvis of the kidney meets the ureter (the tube that drains urine into the bladder). The term ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction describes a blockage to this area.
In UPJ obstruction, the kidney makes urine faster than it can be drained through the renal pelvis into the ureter. This causes urine to pool in the kidney, which leads to kidney swelling (hydronephrosis). Often, only 1 kidney is affected. The enlarged kidney is easily seen on ultrasound.
Bilateral hydroureteronephrosis involves the dilatation of the renal pelvis, calyces and ureter; it develops secondary to urinary tract obstruction and leads to a build-up of back pressure in the urinary tract, and it may lead to impairment of renal function and ultimately culminate in renal failure.
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Sometimes the ureters can become blocked or injured. This can block the flow of urine to the bladder. If urine stands still or backs up the ureter, you may get a urinary tract infections. Doctors diagnose problems with the ureters using different tests.
Hydronpehrosis is swelling of the kidney that develops due to improper drainage of urine from the kidney to the bladder. This occurs when there is blockage of the outflow or reverse flow (reflux) of the urine. This causes the kidney to swell/enlarge as the urine is unable to pass.
Treatment is typically focused on treating the underlying condition by removing the urine buildup, relieving pressure or clearing the infection. If caused by infection, this would be treated with antibiotics. Some kidney stones are able to be passed without surgery, however some may require removal or break-up of the stone for removal/passage.
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