T83.592
Billable

Infection and inflammatory reaction due to indwelling ureteral stent

Billable / Specific Code

What is Infection and inflammatory reaction due to indwelling ureteral stent?

ICD-10-CM T83.592 is the diagnosis code for Infection and inflammatory reaction due to indwelling ureteral stent. 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 T83.592

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 T83.592 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is T83.592 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, T83.592 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does T83.592 mean?

T83.592 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Infection and inflammatory reaction due to indwelling ureteral stent". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of T83.592?

The parent code of T83.592 is T83.59 ("Infection and inflammatory reaction due to prosthetic device, implant and graft in urinary system"). T83.592 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is T83.592 in?

T83.592 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 T83.592?

Use T83.592 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Infection and inflammatory reaction due to indwelling ureteral stent" 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 Infection and inflammatory reaction due to indwelling ureteral stent?

The ICD-10-CM code for Infection and inflammatory reaction due to indwelling ureteral stent is T83.592.

Can T83.592 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, T83.592 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is T83.592 in?

T83.592 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is T83.592 valid for 2026?

Yes, T83.592 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
T83.592
Infection and inflammatory reaction due to indwelling ureteral stent
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