N72

Billable

Inflammatory disease of cervix uteri

N72 is the ICD-10-CM code for Inflammatory disease of cervix uteri. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
N00-N99
Edition
FY2026

N00-N99 Diseases of the genitourinary system

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

What is a cervix disorder? A cervix disorder is a problem with your cervix. The cervix is part of the female reproductive system. It is the lower, narrow end of the uterus (womb), which opens into the vagina (birth canal). The cervix has a small opening that expands during childbirth. It also allows menstrual blood to leave your body. You may not have any symptoms of a cervix disorder, but routine pelvic exams and a…

Read more about Cervix Disorders at MedlinePlus ↗

Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.

Includes

  • cervicitis (with or without erosion or ectropion)
  • endocervicitis (with or without erosion or ectropion)
  • exocervicitis (with or without erosion or ectropion)

Excludes1 — not coded here

  • erosion and ectropion of cervix without cervicitis (N86)

Use additional code

  • code (B95-B97), to identify infectious agent

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code N72?
N72 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Inflammatory disease of cervix uteri". It falls under N00-N99 Diseases of the genitourinary system.
Is N72 a billable code?
Yes — N72 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
What is excluded from N72?
Excludes1 (not coded here): erosion and ectropion of cervix without cervicitis (N86).

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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