N18.5
BillableChronic kidney disease, stage 5
N18.5 is the ICD-10-CM code for Chronic kidney disease, stage 5. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
N00-N99 Diseases of the genitourinary system
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHHealthy kidneys clean your blood by removing excess fluid, minerals, and wastes. They also make hormones that keep your bones strong and your blood healthy. But if the kidneys are damaged, they don't work properly. Harmful wastes can build up in your body. Your blood pressure may rise. Your body may retain excess fluid and not make enough red blood cells. This is called kidney failure. If your kidneys fail, you need…
Read more about Kidney Failure at MedlinePlus ↗Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.
Excludes1 — not coded here
- •chronic kidney disease, stage 5 requiring chronic dialysis (N18.6)
Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code N18.5?
- N18.5 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Chronic kidney disease, stage 5". It falls under N00-N99 Diseases of the genitourinary system.
- Is N18.5 a billable code?
- Yes — N18.5 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
- What is excluded from N18.5?
- Excludes1 (not coded here): chronic kidney disease, stage 5 requiring chronic dialysis (N18.6).
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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