N13.4 – Hydroureter

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Renal tubulo-interstitial diseases

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code N13.4
Code
N13.4 (claims format: N134)
Description
Hydroureter
Billable
Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for
Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter
14. Diseases of the genitourinary system (N00-N99)
Block
N10-N16 Renal tubulo-interstitial diseases
Parent codes
N13

Notes for N13.4

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • congenital hydroureter (Q62.3-)
  • hydroureter with infection (N13.6)
  • vesicoureteral-reflux with hydroureter (N13.73-)

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

N13 – Obstructive and reflux uropathy

Excludes2 (not included here):
  • calculus of kidney and ureter without hydronephrosis (N20.-)
  • congenital obstructive defects of renal pelvis and ureter (Q62.0-Q62.3)
  • hydronephrosis with ureteropelvic junction obstruction (Q62.11)
  • obstructive pyelonephritis (N11.1)

Block N10-N16

Includes:
  • pyelonephritis
Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • pyeloureteritis cystica (N28.85)

Index terms for N13.4

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Related codes in N13

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code N13.4?

N13.4 is the ICD-10-CM code for hydroureter, in the block N10-N16 (Renal tubulo-interstitial diseases).

Is N13.4 a billable code?

Yes. N13.4 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does N13.4 belong to?

It belongs to category N13 – Obstructive and reflux uropathy.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.