N07
Non-Billable

Hereditary nephropathy, not elsewhere classified

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Hereditary nephropathy, not elsewhere classified?

ICD-10-CM N07 is the diagnosis code for Hereditary nephropathy, not elsewhere classified. This code falls under the section "Glomerular diseases" within Chapter 14 — Diseases of the genitourinary system (N00-N99). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for N07

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in N07. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • Alport's syndrome (Q87.81-)
  • hereditary amyloid nephropathy (E85.-)
  • nail patella syndrome (Q87.2)
  • non-neuropathic heredofamilial amyloidosis (E85.-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where N07 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeN07 — Hereditary nephropathy, not elsewhere classified
Sub-Codes 12 entries
N07.0Hereditary nephropathy, not elsewhere classified with minor glomerular abnormalityBillableN07.1Hereditary nephropathy, not elsewhere classified with focal and segmental glomerular lesionsBillableN07.2Hereditary nephropathy, not elsewhere classified with diffuse membranous glomerulonephritisBillableN07.3Hereditary nephropathy, not elsewhere classified with diffuse mesangial proliferative glomerulonephritisBillableN07.4Hereditary nephropathy, not elsewhere classified with diffuse endocapillary proliferative glomerulonephritisBillableN07.5Hereditary nephropathy, not elsewhere classified with diffuse mesangiocapillary glomerulonephritisBillableN07.6Hereditary nephropathy, not elsewhere classified with dense deposit diseaseBillableN07.7Hereditary nephropathy, not elsewhere classified with diffuse crescentic glomerulonephritisBillableN07.8Hereditary nephropathy, not elsewhere classified with other morphologic lesionsBillableN07.9Hereditary nephropathy, not elsewhere classified with unspecified morphologic lesionsBillableN07.AHereditary nephropathy, not elsewhere classified with C3 glomerulonephritisBillableN07.BHereditary nephropathy, not elsewhere classified with APOL1-mediated kidney disease [AMKD]Billable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is N07 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, N07 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does N07 mean?

N07 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Hereditary nephropathy, not elsewhere classified". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is N07 in?

N07 is located in Section N00-N08 — "Glomerular diseases" within Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of N07?

N07 has 12 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: N07.0, N07.1, N07.2, N07.3, N07.4 and more.

When should I use N07?

Use N07 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Hereditary nephropathy, not elsewhere classified" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Hereditary nephropathy, not elsewhere classified?

The ICD-10-CM code for Hereditary nephropathy, not elsewhere classified is N07.

Can N07 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, N07 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is N07 in?

N07 is in Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is N07 valid for 2026?

Yes, N07 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
N07
Hereditary nephropathy, not elsewhere classified
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
14 — Diseases of the genitourinary system (N00-N99)
N00-N08 — Glomerular diseases
2026 ICD-10-CM