N39.498
Billable

Other specified urinary incontinence

Billable / Specific Code

What is Other specified urinary incontinence?

ICD-10-CM N39.498 is the diagnosis code for Other specified urinary incontinence. 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 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.

💡 Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for N39.498

✅ This Code Includes

  • Reflex incontinence
  • Total incontinence

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where N39.498 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is N39.498 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, N39.498 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does N39.498 mean?

N39.498 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other specified urinary incontinence". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of N39.498?

The parent code of N39.498 is N39.49 ("Other specified urinary incontinence"). N39.498 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is N39.498 in?

N39.498 is located in Section N30-N39 — "Other diseases of the urinary system" within Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use N39.498?

Use N39.498 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other specified urinary incontinence" 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 Other specified urinary incontinence?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other specified urinary incontinence is N39.498.

Can N39.498 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, N39.498 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is N39.498 in?

N39.498 is in Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is N39.498 valid for 2026?

Yes, N39.498 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
N39.498
Other specified urinary incontinence
Billable / Specific Code
14 — Diseases of the genitourinary system (N00-N99)
N30-N39 — Other diseases of the urinary system
2026 ICD-10-CM