N48.82
Billable

Acquired torsion of penis

Billable / Specific Code

What is Acquired torsion of penis?

ICD-10-CM N48.82 is the diagnosis code for Acquired torsion of penis. 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.

💡 Inclusions
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for N48.82

✅ This Code Includes

  • Acquired torsion of penis NOS

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as N48.82. They are mutually exclusive:

  • congenital torsion of penis (Q55.63)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where N48.82 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is N48.82 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, N48.82 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does N48.82 mean?

N48.82 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Acquired torsion of penis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of N48.82?

The parent code of N48.82 is N48.8 ("Other specified disorders of penis"). N48.82 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is N48.82 in?

N48.82 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 N48.82?

Use N48.82 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Acquired torsion of penis" 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 Acquired torsion of penis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Acquired torsion of penis is N48.82.

Can N48.82 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, N48.82 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is N48.82 in?

N48.82 is in Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from N48.82?

Type 1 Excludes for N48.82 include: congenital torsion of penis (Q55.63).

Is N48.82 valid for 2026?

Yes, N48.82 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

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Code Details
N48.82
Acquired torsion of penis
Billable / Specific Code
14 — Diseases of the genitourinary system (N00-N99)
N40-N53 — Diseases of male genital organs
2026 ICD-10-CM