N35.013
Billable

Post-traumatic anterior urethral stricture

Billable / Specific Code

What is Post-traumatic anterior urethral stricture?

ICD-10-CM N35.013 is the diagnosis code for Post-traumatic anterior urethral stricture. This code falls under the section "Other diseases of the urinary system" 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.

Coding Guidelines for N35.013

Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where N35.013 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is N35.013 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, N35.013 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does N35.013 mean?

N35.013 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Post-traumatic anterior urethral stricture". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of N35.013?

The parent code of N35.013 is N35.01 ("Post-traumatic urethral stricture, male"). N35.013 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is N35.013 in?

N35.013 is located in Section N30-N39 — "Other diseases of the urinary system" within Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use N35.013?

Use N35.013 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Post-traumatic anterior urethral stricture" 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 Post-traumatic anterior urethral stricture?

The ICD-10-CM code for Post-traumatic anterior urethral stricture is N35.013.

Can N35.013 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, N35.013 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is N35.013 in?

N35.013 is in Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is N35.013 valid for 2026?

Yes, N35.013 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
N35.013
Post-traumatic anterior urethral stricture
Billable / Specific Code
14 — Diseases of the genitourinary system (N00-N99)
N30-N39 — Other diseases of the urinary system
2026 ICD-10-CM