T83.591
Billable

Infection and inflammatory reaction due to implanted urinary sphincter

Billable / Specific Code

What is Infection and inflammatory reaction due to implanted urinary sphincter?

ICD-10-CM T83.591 is the diagnosis code for Infection and inflammatory reaction due to implanted urinary sphincter. This code falls under the section "Complications of surgical and medical care, not elsewhere classified" within Chapter 19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88). 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 T83.591

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 T83.591 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is T83.591 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, T83.591 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does T83.591 mean?

T83.591 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Infection and inflammatory reaction due to implanted urinary sphincter". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of T83.591?

The parent code of T83.591 is T83.59 ("Infection and inflammatory reaction due to prosthetic device, implant and graft in urinary system"). T83.591 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is T83.591 in?

T83.591 is located in Section T80-T88 — "Complications of surgical and medical care, not elsewhere classified" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use T83.591?

Use T83.591 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Infection and inflammatory reaction due to implanted urinary sphincter" 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 Infection and inflammatory reaction due to implanted urinary sphincter?

The ICD-10-CM code for Infection and inflammatory reaction due to implanted urinary sphincter is T83.591.

Can T83.591 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, T83.591 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is T83.591 in?

T83.591 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is T83.591 valid for 2026?

Yes, T83.591 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

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Code Details
T83.591
Infection and inflammatory reaction due to implanted urinary sphincter
Billable / Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
T80-T88 — Complications of surgical and medical care, not elsewhere classified
2026 ICD-10-CM