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ICD-10 Coding for Urinary Tract Infection with Hematuria(N30.01, N30.21)

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for Urinary Tract Infection with Hematuria. Includes clinical validation requirements, documentation requirements, and coding pitfalls.

Also known as:

UTI with HematuriaBladder Infection with Blood in Urine

Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Urinary Tract Infection with Hematuria

N30-N39Primary Range

Other diseases of the urinary system

This range includes codes for urinary tract infections, cystitis, and related conditions with hematuria.

Code Comparison: When to Use Each Code

Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection

CodeDescriptionWhen to UseKey Documentation
N30.01Acute cystitis with hematuriaUse when acute cystitis is documented with hematuria.
  • Urinalysis showing >3 RBCs per HPF
  • Positive urine culture
N30.21Chronic cystitis with hematuriaUse when chronic cystitis is documented with hematuria.
  • Chronic inflammation confirmed by imaging
  • Persistent hematuria documented over time

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 UTI with hematuria

Essential facts and insights about Urinary Tract Infection with Hematuria

The ICD-10 code for acute cystitis with hematuria is N30.01, while chronic cystitis with hematuria is coded as N30.21.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes for urinary tract infection with hematuria

Acute cystitis with hematuria
Billable Code

Decision Criteria

clinical Criteria

  • Presence of acute cystitis symptoms with hematuria

documentation Criteria

  • Urinalysis and culture results confirming hematuria and infection

Applicable To

  • Acute cystitis with gross hematuria
  • Acute cystitis with microscopic hematuria

Excludes

  • Chronic cystitis with hematuria (N30.21)

Clinical Validation Requirements

  • Urinalysis showing >3 RBCs per HPF
  • Positive urine culture

Code-Specific Risks

  • Incorrect use when chronic cystitis is present
  • Missing documentation of hematuria

Coding Notes

  • Ensure documentation specifies 'acute cystitis with hematuria' and includes urinalysis results.

Ancillary Codes

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

Escherichia coli [E. coli] as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere

B96.2
Use when urine culture confirms E. coli as the causative organism.

Differential Codes

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

Urinary tract infection, site not specified

N39.0
Use N39.0 only if the site of infection is not specified and hematuria is not documented.

Acute cystitis with hematuria

N30.01
Use N30.01 for acute cases with hematuria.

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common documentation and coding issues when documenting Urinary Tract Infection with Hematuria to ensure proper reimbursement, maintain compliance, and reduce audit risk. These guidelines are particularly important when using ICD-10 code N30.01.

Impact

Clinical: Incomplete clinical picture, Regulatory: Non-compliance with documentation standards, Financial: Potential claim denials

Mitigation Strategy

Always include lab results in patient records, Review documentation before submission

Impact

Reimbursement: Incorrect coding may lead to denied claims., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines., Data Quality: Inaccurate clinical data representation.

Mitigation Strategy

Use N30.01 or N30.21 depending on acute or chronic presentation.

Impact

Using unspecified codes when specific codes are available.

Mitigation Strategy

Educate staff on proper documentation and coding practices.

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 Urinary Tract Infection with Hematuria, with expert answers to help guide accurate code selection and documentation.

Documentation Templates for Urinary Tract Infection with Hematuria

Use these documentation templates to ensure complete and accurate documentation for Urinary Tract Infection with Hematuria. These templates include all required elements for proper coding and billing.

Acute UTI with hematuria

Specialty: Primary Care

Required Elements

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

Example Documentation

Patient presents with dysuria and hematuria. Urinalysis shows 15 RBCs/HPF. Culture positive for E. coli. Diagnosis: Acute cystitis with hematuria (N30.01).

Examples: Poor vs. Good Documentation

Poor Documentation Example
UTI with blood in urine.
Good Documentation Example
Acute cystitis with gross hematuria confirmed by urinalysis (>10 RBCs/HPF) and positive E. coli culture (B96.2).
Explanation
The good example provides specific clinical details and confirms the presence of hematuria and the causative organism.

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