R35.81
Billable

Nocturnal polyuria

Billable / Specific Code

What is Nocturnal polyuria?

ICD-10-CM R35.81 is the diagnosis code for Nocturnal polyuria. This code falls under the section "Symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system" within Chapter 18 — Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified (R00-R99). 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.

â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for R35.81

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in R35.81. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • nocturnal enuresis (N39.44)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where R35.81 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is R35.81 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, R35.81 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does R35.81 mean?

R35.81 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Nocturnal polyuria". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of R35.81?

The parent code of R35.81 is R35.8 ("Other polyuria"). R35.81 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is R35.81 in?

R35.81 is located in Section R30-R39 — "Symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system" within Chapter 18 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use R35.81?

Use R35.81 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Nocturnal polyuria" 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 Nocturnal polyuria?

The ICD-10-CM code for Nocturnal polyuria is R35.81.

Can R35.81 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, R35.81 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is R35.81 in?

R35.81 is in Chapter 18 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is R35.81 valid for 2026?

Yes, R35.81 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
R35.81
Nocturnal polyuria
Billable / Specific Code
18 — Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified (R00-R99)
R30-R39 — Symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system
2026 ICD-10-CM