ICD-10-CM · N40.1
ICD-10 N40.1: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
BPH with LUTS.
Code
N40.1
Category
Diseases of the genitourinary system (N00-N99)
Clinical context
BPH with LUTS.
Documentation requirements
- IPSS or AUA symptom score
- Uroflow
Common related procedures
- Alpha-blocker
- 5-ARI
- Surgical evaluation
Common payer denial patterns
- Procedural therapy after medical failure
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10 N40.1 mean?
Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
When is this code documented?
BPH with LUTS.
What documentation supports this code?
IPSS or AUA symptom score; Uroflow.
What are common denials associated with this diagnosis?
Procedural therapy after medical failure.
Related diagnoses
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