N99.840
Billable

Postprocedural hematoma of a genitourinary system organ or structure following a genitourinary system procedure

Billable / Specific Code

What is Postprocedural hematoma of a genitourinary system organ or structure following a genitourinary system procedure?

ICD-10-CM N99.840 is the diagnosis code for Postprocedural hematoma of a genitourinary system organ or structure following a genitourinary system procedure. This code falls under the section "Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of genitourinary system, not elsewhere classified" 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 N99.840

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 N99.840 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is N99.840 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, N99.840 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does N99.840 mean?

N99.840 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Postprocedural hematoma of a genitourinary system organ or structure following a genitourinary system procedure". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of N99.840?

The parent code of N99.840 is N99.84 ("Postprocedural hematoma and seroma of a genitourinary system organ or structure following a procedure"). N99.840 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is N99.840 in?

N99.840 is located in Section N99 — "Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of genitourinary system, not elsewhere classified" within Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use N99.840?

Use N99.840 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Postprocedural hematoma of a genitourinary system organ or structure following a genitourinary system procedure" 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 Postprocedural hematoma of a genitourinary system organ or structure following a genitourinary system procedure?

The ICD-10-CM code for Postprocedural hematoma of a genitourinary system organ or structure following a genitourinary system procedure is N99.840.

Can N99.840 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, N99.840 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is N99.840 in?

N99.840 is in Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is N99.840 valid for 2026?

Yes, N99.840 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
N99.840
Postprocedural hematoma of a genitourinary system organ or structure following a genitourinary system procedure
Billable / Specific Code
14 — Diseases of the genitourinary system (N00-N99)
N99 — Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of genitourinary system, not elsewhere classified
2026 ICD-10-CM