Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM N73 is the diagnosis code for Other female pelvic inflammatory diseases. This code falls under the section "Inflammatory diseases of female pelvic organs" 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 N73 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, N73 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
N73 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other female pelvic inflammatory diseases". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
N73 is located in Section N70-N77 — "Inflammatory diseases of female pelvic organs" within Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
N73 has 9 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: N73.0, N73.1, N73.2, N73.3, N73.4 and more.
Use N73 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other female pelvic inflammatory diseases" 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 Other female pelvic inflammatory diseases is N73.
No, N73 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
N73 is in Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, N73 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.