N34
Non-Billable

Urethritis and urethral syndrome

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Urethritis and urethral syndrome?

ICD-10-CM N34 is the diagnosis code for Urethritis and urethral syndrome. This code falls under the section "Other diseases of the urinary system" 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.

â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for N34

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

The following conditions are not included in N34. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • Reiter's disease (M02.3-)
  • urethritis in diseases with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission (A50-A64)
  • urethrotrigonitis (N30.3-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where N34 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeN34 — Urethritis and urethral syndrome
Sub-Codes 4 entries
N34.0Urethral abscessBillableN34.1Nonspecific urethritisBillableN34.2Other urethritisBillableN34.3Urethral syndrome, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is N34 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, N34 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does N34 mean?

N34 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Urethritis and urethral syndrome". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is N34 in?

N34 is located in Section N30-N39 — "Other diseases of the urinary system" within Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of N34?

N34 has 4 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: N34.0, N34.1, N34.2, N34.3.

When should I use N34?

Use N34 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Urethritis and urethral syndrome" 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 Urethritis and urethral syndrome?

The ICD-10-CM code for Urethritis and urethral syndrome is N34.

Can N34 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, N34 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is N34 in?

N34 is in Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is N34 valid for 2026?

Yes, N34 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
N34
Urethritis and urethral syndrome
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
14 — Diseases of the genitourinary system (N00-N99)
N30-N39 — Other diseases of the urinary system
2026 ICD-10-CM