N34.0
BillableUrethral abscess
N34.0 is the ICD-10-CM code for Urethral abscess. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
N00-N99 Diseases of the genitourinary system
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHAn abscess is a pocket of pus. You can get an abscess almost anywhere in your body. When an area of your body becomes infected, your body's immune system tries to fight the infection. White blood cells go to the infected area, collect within the damaged tissue, and cause inflammation. During this process, pus forms. Pus is a mixture of living and dead white blood cells, germs, and dead tissue. Bacteria, viruses,…
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Includes
- •Abscess (of) Cowper's gland
- •Abscess (of) Littré's gland
- •Abscess (of) urethral (gland)
- •Periurethral abscess
Excludes1 — not coded here
- •urethral caruncle (N36.2)
Medications indicated for this condition
FDA labelingDrugs whose FDA labeling lists this condition's category among its indications. Informational only — not a treatment recommendation or medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code N34.0?
- N34.0 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Urethral abscess". It falls under N00-N99 Diseases of the genitourinary system.
- Is N34.0 a billable code?
- Yes — N34.0 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
- What is excluded from N34.0?
- Excludes1 (not coded here): urethral caruncle (N36.2).
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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