N46.021
Billable

Azoospermia due to drug therapy

Billable / Specific Code

What is Azoospermia due to drug therapy?

ICD-10-CM N46.021 is the diagnosis code for Azoospermia due to drug therapy. This code falls under the section "Diseases of male genital organs" 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.

Coding Guidelines for N46.021

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 N46.021 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is N46.021 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, N46.021 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does N46.021 mean?

N46.021 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Azoospermia due to drug therapy". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of N46.021?

The parent code of N46.021 is N46.02 ("Azoospermia due to extratesticular causes"). N46.021 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is N46.021 in?

N46.021 is located in Section N40-N53 — "Diseases of male genital organs" within Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use N46.021?

Use N46.021 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Azoospermia due to drug therapy" 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 Azoospermia due to drug therapy?

The ICD-10-CM code for Azoospermia due to drug therapy is N46.021.

Can N46.021 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, N46.021 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is N46.021 in?

N46.021 is in Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is N46.021 valid for 2026?

Yes, N46.021 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
N46.021
Azoospermia due to drug therapy
Billable / Specific Code
14 — Diseases of the genitourinary system (N00-N99)
N40-N53 — Diseases of male genital organs
2026 ICD-10-CM