N88.2
Billable

Stricture and stenosis of cervix uteri

Billable / Specific Code

What is Stricture and stenosis of cervix uteri?

ICD-10-CM N88.2 is the diagnosis code for Stricture and stenosis of cervix uteri. This code falls under the section "Noninflammatory disorders of female genital tract" 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for N88.2

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as N88.2. They are mutually exclusive:

  • stricture and stenosis of cervix uteri complicating labor (O65.5)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where N88.2 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is N88.2 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, N88.2 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does N88.2 mean?

N88.2 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Stricture and stenosis of cervix uteri". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of N88.2?

The parent code of N88.2 is N88 ("Other noninflammatory disorders of cervix uteri"). N88.2 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is N88.2 in?

N88.2 is located in Section N80-N98 — "Noninflammatory disorders of female genital tract" within Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use N88.2?

Use N88.2 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Stricture and stenosis of cervix uteri" 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 Stricture and stenosis of cervix uteri?

The ICD-10-CM code for Stricture and stenosis of cervix uteri is N88.2.

Can N88.2 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, N88.2 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is N88.2 in?

N88.2 is in Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from N88.2?

Type 1 Excludes for N88.2 include: stricture and stenosis of cervix uteri complicating labor (O65.5).

Is N88.2 valid for 2026?

Yes, N88.2 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
N88.2
Stricture and stenosis of cervix uteri
Billable / Specific Code
14 — Diseases of the genitourinary system (N00-N99)
N80-N98 — Noninflammatory disorders of female genital tract
2026 ICD-10-CM