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ICD-10 Coding for Cystitis without Hematuria(N30.00, N30.10)

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for Cystitis without Hematuria. Includes clinical validation requirements, documentation requirements, and coding pitfalls.

Also known as:

Bladder Infection without BloodNon-Hemorrhagic Cystitis

Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Cystitis without Hematuria

N30.00-N30.20Primary Range

Cystitis without hematuria

This range includes all forms of cystitis without hematuria, distinguishing between acute and chronic presentations.

Code Comparison: When to Use Each Code

Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection

CodeDescriptionWhen to UseKey Documentation
N30.00Acute cystitis without hematuriaUse for acute cystitis cases confirmed by urinalysis and culture, without hematuria.
  • Urinalysis showing WBC ≥10/HPF and no RBCs
  • Positive urine culture for bacterial infection
N30.10Interstitial cystitis (chronic) without hematuriaUse for chronic interstitial cystitis confirmed by cystoscopy, without hematuria.
  • Cystoscopy showing glomerulations or Hunner's ulcers
  • Chronic pelvic pain lasting more than 6 months

Clinical Decision Support

Always review the patient's clinical documentation thoroughly. When in doubt, choose the more specific code and ensure documentation supports it.

Key Information: ICD-10 code for cystitis without hematuria

Essential facts and insights about Cystitis without Hematuria

The ICD-10 code for acute cystitis without hematuria is N30.00, and for chronic interstitial cystitis without hematuria, it is N30.10.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes for cystitis without hematuria

Acute cystitis without hematuria
Billable Code

Decision Criteria

clinical Criteria

  • Urinalysis and culture results confirming acute cystitis without hematuria

Applicable To

  • Acute bladder infection without blood

Excludes

  • Cystitis with hematuria (N30.01)

Clinical Validation Requirements

  • Urinalysis showing WBC ≥10/HPF and no RBCs
  • Positive urine culture for bacterial infection

Code-Specific Risks

  • Misclassification as unspecified cystitis
  • Assuming bacterial cause without culture confirmation

Coding Notes

  • Ensure urinalysis and culture results are documented to support coding.

Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that should be used in conjunction with the main diagnosis codes when applicable.

Escherichia coli as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere

B96.2
Use when E. coli is identified as the causative agent.

Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions to the primary diagnosis.

Acute cystitis with hematuria

N30.01
Presence of RBCs in urinalysis

Interstitial cystitis with hematuria

N30.11
Presence of hematuria during cystoscopy

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common documentation and coding issues when documenting Cystitis without Hematuria to ensure proper reimbursement, maintain compliance, and reduce audit risk. These guidelines are particularly important when using ICD-10 code N30.00.

Impact

Clinical: May lead to misdiagnosis or inappropriate treatment., Regulatory: Non-compliance with documentation standards., Financial: Potential denial of claims due to insufficient documentation.

Mitigation Strategy

Ensure urinalysis is performed and results documented before coding., Train staff on importance of complete documentation.

Impact

Reimbursement: May lead to incorrect DRG assignment and reimbursement issues., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines., Data Quality: Decreases accuracy of health records.

Mitigation Strategy

Ensure documentation specifies acute or chronic status and presence/absence of hematuria.

Impact

Lack of urinalysis documentation can lead to audit findings.

Mitigation Strategy

Implement checklist for required documentation in cystitis cases.

Documentation errors, coding pitfalls, and audit risks are interconnected aspects of medical coding and billing. Addressing all three areas helps ensure accurate coding, optimal reimbursement, and regulatory compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ICD-10 coding for Cystitis without Hematuria, with expert answers to help guide accurate code selection and documentation.

Documentation Templates for Cystitis without Hematuria

Use these documentation templates to ensure complete and accurate documentation for Cystitis without Hematuria. These templates include all required elements for proper coding and billing.

Acute cystitis diagnosis in primary care

Specialty: Primary Care

Required Elements

  • Patient symptoms
  • Urinalysis results
  • Culture results
  • Treatment plan

Example Documentation

Patient presents with dysuria and frequency. Urinalysis shows WBC 15/HPF, RBC 0/HPF. Culture positive for E. coli. Prescribed Nitrofurantoin 100mg BID for 5 days.

Examples: Poor vs. Good Documentation

Poor Documentation Example
Patient has cystitis.
Good Documentation Example
Patient diagnosed with acute cystitis without hematuria, confirmed by urinalysis showing WBC 15/HPF and culture positive for E. coli.
Explanation
The good example provides specific clinical findings and confirms the absence of hematuria, supporting accurate coding.

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