N51
Billable

Disorders of male genital organs in diseases classified elsewhere

Billable / Specific Code

What is Disorders of male genital organs in diseases classified elsewhere?

ICD-10-CM N51 is the diagnosis code for Disorders of male genital organs in diseases classified elsewhere. This code falls under the section "Diseases of male genital organs" 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for N51

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as N51. They are mutually exclusive:

  • amebic balanitis (A06.8)
  • candidal balanitis (B37.42)
  • gonococcal balanitis (A54.23)
  • gonococcal prostatitis (A54.22)
  • herpesviral [herpes simplex] balanitis (A60.01)
  • trichomonal prostatitis (A59.02)
  • tuberculous prostatitis (A18.14)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where N51 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeN51 — Disorders of male genital organs in diseases classified elsewhere
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is N51 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, N51 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does N51 mean?

N51 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Disorders of male genital organs in diseases classified elsewhere". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is N51 in?

N51 is located in Section N40-N53 — "Diseases of male genital organs" within Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use N51?

Use N51 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Disorders of male genital organs in diseases classified elsewhere" 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 Disorders of male genital organs in diseases classified elsewhere?

The ICD-10-CM code for Disorders of male genital organs in diseases classified elsewhere is N51.

Can N51 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, N51 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is N51 in?

N51 is in Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from N51?

Type 1 Excludes for N51 include: amebic balanitis (A06.8); candidal balanitis (B37.42); gonococcal balanitis (A54.23) and more.

Is N51 valid for 2026?

Yes, N51 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
N51
Disorders of male genital organs in diseases classified elsewhere
Billable / Specific Code
14 — Diseases of the genitourinary system (N00-N99)
N40-N53 — Diseases of male genital organs
2026 ICD-10-CM