Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM N35.02 is the diagnosis code for Post-traumatic urethral stricture, female. 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 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.
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.
Understanding where N35.02 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, N35.02 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
N35.02 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Post-traumatic urethral stricture, female". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
The parent code of N35.02 is N35.0 ("Post-traumatic urethral stricture"). N35.02 provides a more specific classification within this category.
N35.02 is located in Section N30-N39 — "Other diseases of the urinary system" within Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
N35.02 has 1918 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: A00, A01, A02, A03, A04 and more.
Use N35.02 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Post-traumatic urethral stricture, female" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Post-traumatic urethral stricture, female is N35.02.
No, N35.02 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
N35.02 is in Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, N35.02 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.