ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for N61.1
Abscess of the breast and nipple
Coding Notes & Guidelines for N61.1
Inclusion Terms
- Abscess (acute) (chronic) (nonpuerperal) of areola
- Abscess (acute) (chronic) (nonpuerperal) of breast
- Carbuncle of breast
- Mastitis with abscess
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code N61.1 (Abscess of the breast and nipple)
ICD-10-CM code N61.1 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 N61.1 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about N61.1 - Abscess of the breast and nipple. 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 Abscess of the breast and nipple.