N45.4 – Abscess of epididymis or testis

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Diseases of male genital organs

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code N45.4
Code
N45.4 (claims format: N454)
Description
Abscess of epididymis or testis
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
N45

Notes inherited from parent codes

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

N45 – Orchitis and epididymitis

Use additional code:
  • code (B95-B97), to identify infectious agent.

Index terms for N45.4

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

Related codes in N45

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code N45.4?

N45.4 is the ICD-10-CM code for abscess of epididymis or testis, in the block N40-N53 (Diseases of male genital organs).

Is N45.4 a billable code?

Yes. N45.4 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does N45.4 belong to?

It belongs to category N45 – Orchitis and epididymitis.

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.