T83.031
Billable

Leakage of indwelling urethral catheter

Billable / Specific Code

What is Leakage of indwelling urethral catheter?

ICD-10-CM T83.031 is the diagnosis code for Leakage of indwelling urethral catheter. This code falls under the section "Complications of surgical and medical care, not elsewhere classified" within Chapter 19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88). 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 T83.031

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 T83.031 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is T83.031 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, T83.031 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does T83.031 mean?

T83.031 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Leakage of indwelling urethral catheter". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of T83.031?

The parent code of T83.031 is T83.03 ("Leakage of urinary catheter"). T83.031 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is T83.031 in?

T83.031 is located in Section T80-T88 — "Complications of surgical and medical care, not elsewhere classified" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use T83.031?

Use T83.031 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Leakage of indwelling urethral catheter" 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 Leakage of indwelling urethral catheter?

The ICD-10-CM code for Leakage of indwelling urethral catheter is T83.031.

Can T83.031 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, T83.031 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is T83.031 in?

T83.031 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is T83.031 valid for 2026?

Yes, T83.031 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
T83.031
Leakage of indwelling urethral catheter
Billable / Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
T80-T88 — Complications of surgical and medical care, not elsewhere classified
2026 ICD-10-CM