ICD-10-CM N73.0: Acute parametritis and pelvic cellulitis

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for N73.0

Acute parametritis and pelvic cellulitis

Coding Notes & Guidelines for N73.0

Inclusion Terms
  • Abscess of broad ligament
  • Abscess of parametrium
  • Pelvic cellulitis, female

Parent Code (Less Specific):

About ICD-10-CM Code N73.0 (Acute parametritis and pelvic cellulitis)

ICD-10-CM code N73.0 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 N73.0 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about N73.0 - Acute parametritis and pelvic cellulitis. 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 Acute parametritis and pelvic cellulitis.