N21.0
Billable

Calculus in bladder

Billable / Specific Code

What is Calculus in bladder?

ICD-10-CM N21.0 is the diagnosis code for Calculus in bladder. This code falls under the section "Urolithiasis" within Chapter 14 — Diseases of the genitourinary system (N00-N99). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for N21.0

✅ This Code Includes

  • Calculus in diverticulum of bladder
  • Urinary bladder stone

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

The following conditions are not included in N21.0. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • staghorn calculus (N20.0)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where N21.0 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is N21.0 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, N21.0 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does N21.0 mean?

N21.0 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Calculus in bladder". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of N21.0?

The parent code of N21.0 is N21 ("Calculus of lower urinary tract"). N21.0 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is N21.0 in?

N21.0 is located in Section N20-N23 — "Urolithiasis" within Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use N21.0?

Use N21.0 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Calculus in bladder" 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 Calculus in bladder?

The ICD-10-CM code for Calculus in bladder is N21.0.

Can N21.0 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, N21.0 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is N21.0 in?

N21.0 is in Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is N21.0 valid for 2026?

Yes, N21.0 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousN21Calculus of lower urinary tractNext →N21.1Calculus in urethra
Code Details
N21.0
Calculus in bladder
Billable / Specific Code
14 — Diseases of the genitourinary system (N00-N99)
N20-N23 — Urolithiasis
2026 ICD-10-CM