N43.1 – Infected hydrocele
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Diseases of male genital organs
ICD-10-CM code
N43.1
- Code
N43.1(claims format:N431)- Description
- Infected hydrocele
- 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
- N40-N53 Diseases of male genital organs
- Parent codes
- N43
Notes for N43.1
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
N43 – Hydrocele and spermatocele
Includes:
- hydrocele of spermatic cord, testis or tunica vaginalis
Excludes1 (not coded here):
- congenital hydrocele (P83.5)
Index terms for N43.1
Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:
Related codes in N43
- N43.0 – Encysted hydroceleBillable
- N43.2 – Other hydroceleBillable
- N43.3 – Hydrocele, unspecifiedBillable
- N43.4 – Spermatocele of epididymisHeader
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code N43.1?
N43.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for infected hydrocele, in the block N40-N53 (Diseases of male genital organs).
Is N43.1 a billable code?
Yes. N43.1 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does N43.1 belong to?
It belongs to category N43 – Hydrocele and spermatocele.
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.