ICD-10 Codes for UTI – Symptoms, Causes & Treatments

Dec 3

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common type of infection that can affect anyone, but are more common in women than men. UTIs occur when bacteria enter the urinary tract and cause an infection. In this blog post, we will discuss the symptoms, causes, and treatments of UTIs and provide the relevant ICD-10 codes.

Symptoms of UTIs

The symptoms of UTIs can vary depending on the severity of the infection, but they typically include:

Pain or burning sensation during urination
Frequent urge to urinate, even when little or no urine is produced
Cloudy or strong-smelling urine
Pain or pressure in the lower abdomen or back
Fever or chills

Causes of UTIs

UTIs are typically caused by bacteria that enter the urinary tract through the urethra and multiply in the bladder. The most common type of bacteria that causes UTIs is Escherichia coli (E. coli), which is found in the digestive system. Other types of bacteria, such as Klebsiella pneumoniae and Staphylococcus saprophyticus, can also cause UTIs.

Factors that can increase the risk of developing a UTI include:

Being female
Being sexually active
Using certain types of birth control, such as diaphragms or spermicidal agents
Having a urinary catheter
Having a condition that blocks or narrows the urinary tract, such as kidney stones or an enlarged prostate

Treatments for UTIs

The treatment for a UTI typically involves antibiotics to kill the bacteria causing the infection. The type of antibiotic prescribed will depend on the type of bacteria causing the infection and the severity of the infection. In addition to antibiotics, pain relievers may be recommended to alleviate the pain and discomfort associated with UTIs.

ICD-10 Codes for UTIs

The following ICD-10 codes can be used to document UTIs and related symptoms in medical records:

N39.0 – Urinary tract infection, site not specified
N30.00 – Acute cystitis without hematuria
N30.01 – Acute cystitis with hematuria
N39.3 – Urinary tract infection, site not specified, with fever
N39.8 – Other specified disorders of urinary system
R30.0 – Dysuria

ICD-10 codes for Pyelonephritis:

Pyelonephritis is a type of urinary tract infection that affects the kidneys. It is a serious infection that requires prompt medical attention. The following are the ICD-10 codes for pyelonephritis:

N10 – Acute tubulo-interstitial nephritis
N11 – Chronic tubulo-interstitial nephritis
N12 – Tubulo-interstitial nephritis, not specified as acute or chronic
N13.6 – Pyonephrosis
N15.0 – Balkan nephropathy
N20.9 – Calculus of kidney, unspecified
N27.0 – Small kidney of unknown cause
N28.0 – Ischemia and infarction of kidney
N28.1 – Cyst of kidney, acquired
N28.8 – Other specified disorders of kidney and ureter
N28.9 – Disorder of kidney and ureter, unspecified

These codes can be used to document the diagnosis of pyelonephritis and related symptoms in medical records. It is important to note that the appropriate code selection will depend on the specific details of the patient’s condition and medical history, and the codes should be selected carefully to accurately reflect the diagnosis and treatment provided.

Urethritis

Urethritis is a type of inflammation of the urethra, which is the tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body. It is typically caused by an infection, and can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or other pathogens. The following are the ICD-10 codes for urethritis:

N34.1 – Urethritis, not sexually transmitted
A59.00 – Trichomonal urethritis, unspecified
A59.01 – Trichomonal cystitis and urethritis
A59.03 – Trichomonal prostatitis and urethritis
A59.4 – Chlamydial urethritis
A59.8 – Other specified sexually transmitted diseases complicating pregnancy
A64 – Unspecified sexually transmitted disease
N34.2 – Other urethritis
N34.3 – Urethritis, unspecified

These codes can be used to document the diagnosis of urethritis and related symptoms in medical records. It is important to note that the appropriate code selection will depend on the specific details of the patient’s condition and medical history, and the codes should be selected carefully to accurately reflect the diagnosis and treatment provided.

In conclusion, UTIs are a common type of infection that can cause pain and discomfort. They are typically caused by bacteria entering the urinary tract and can be treated with antibiotics. If you experience symptoms of a UTI, it is important to seek medical attention promptly to prevent the infection from spreading or causing complications.