ICD-10 Code for Discharge
The ICD-10-CM 2027 alphabetic index lists discharge with the subterms below. More specific codes depend on the details documented, as listed in the official index (8 codes, 8 billable).
Index entries for Discharge
- abnormal finding in – see Abnormal, specimen
- breast (female) (male) –
N64.52 - diencephalic autonomic idiopathic – see Epilepsy, specified NEC
- ear – see also Otorrhea
- blood – see Otorrhagia
- excessive urine –
R35.89 - nipple –
N64.52 - penile –
R36.9 - postnasal –
R09.82 - prison, anxiety concerning –
Z65.2 - urethral –
R36.9 - vaginal –
N89.8
How to choose the right code
Start with the main term, then pick the indented subterm that matches the documentation (type, cause, site, laterality, episode of care). Always confirm the code in the tabular list: follow its Excludes1/Excludes2, “code first” and “use additional code” notes, and add a 7th character where required.
Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 alphabetic index.