N06
Non-Billable

Isolated proteinuria with specified morphological lesion

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Isolated proteinuria with specified morphological lesion?

ICD-10-CM N06 is the diagnosis code for Isolated proteinuria with specified morphological lesion. This code falls under the section "Glomerular diseases" 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for N06

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as N06. They are mutually exclusive:

  • Proteinuria not associated with specific morphologic lesions (R80.0)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where N06 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeN06 — Isolated proteinuria with specified morphological lesion
Sub-Codes 11 entries
N06.0Isolated proteinuria with minor glomerular abnormalityBillableN06.1Isolated proteinuria with focal and segmental glomerular lesionsBillableN06.2Isolated proteinuria with diffuse membranous glomerulonephritisNon-BillableN06.20Isolated proteinuria with diffuse membranous glomerulonephritis, unspecifiedBillableN06.21Primary membranous nephropathy with isolated proteinuriaBillableN06.22Secondary membranous nephropathy with isolated proteinuriaBillableN06.29Other isolated proteinuria with diffuse membranous glomerulonephritisBillableN06.3Isolated proteinuria with diffuse mesangial proliferative glomerulonephritisBillableN06.4Isolated proteinuria with diffuse endocapillary proliferative glomerulonephritisBillableN06.5Isolated proteinuria with diffuse mesangiocapillary glomerulonephritisBillableN06.6Isolated proteinuria with dense deposit diseaseBillableN06.7Isolated proteinuria with diffuse crescentic glomerulonephritisBillableN06.8Isolated proteinuria with other morphologic lesionBillableN06.9Isolated proteinuria with unspecified morphologic lesionBillableN06.AIsolated proteinuria with C3 glomerulonephritisBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is N06 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, N06 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does N06 mean?

N06 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Isolated proteinuria with specified morphological lesion". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is N06 in?

N06 is located in Section N00-N08 — "Glomerular diseases" within Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of N06?

N06 has 11 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: N06.0, N06.1, N06.2, N06.3, N06.4 and more.

When should I use N06?

Use N06 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Isolated proteinuria with specified morphological lesion" 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 Isolated proteinuria with specified morphological lesion?

The ICD-10-CM code for Isolated proteinuria with specified morphological lesion is N06.

Can N06 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, N06 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is N06 in?

N06 is in Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from N06?

Type 1 Excludes for N06 include: Proteinuria not associated with specific morphologic lesions (R80.0).

Is N06 valid for 2026?

Yes, N06 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
N06
Isolated proteinuria with specified morphological lesion
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
14 — Diseases of the genitourinary system (N00-N99)
N00-N08 — Glomerular diseases
2026 ICD-10-CM