N15 – Other renal tubulo-interstitial diseases

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

Non-billable header

ICD-10-CM code N15
Code
N15 (claims format: N15)
Description
Other renal tubulo-interstitial diseases
Billable
No – use a more specific code below
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

Billable codes under N15

N15 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:

Notes inherited from parent codes

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

Block N10-N16

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

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code N15?

N15 is the ICD-10-CM code for other renal tubulo-interstitial diseases, in the block N10-N16 (Renal tubulo-interstitial diseases).

Is N15 a billable code?

No. N15 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.

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.