ICD-10-CM N45: Orchitis and epididymitis

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for N45

Orchitis and epididymitis

Coding Notes & Guidelines for N45

Use Additional Code

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

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for N45):

N45.1 - Epididymitis N45.2 - Orchitis N45.3 - Epididymo-orchitis N45.4 - Abscess of epididymis or testis

About ICD-10-CM Code N45 (Orchitis and epididymitis)

ICD-10-CM code N45 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM N45 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about N45 - Orchitis and epididymitis. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Orchitis and epididymitis.