N45 – Orchitis and epididymitis
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Diseases of male genital organs
ICD-10-CM code
N45
- Code
N45(claims format:N45)- Description
- Orchitis and epididymitis
- 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
- N40-N53 Diseases of male genital organs
Billable codes under N45
N45 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:
- N45.1 – EpididymitisBillable
- N45.2 – OrchitisBillable
- N45.3 – Epididymo-orchitisBillable
- N45.4 – Abscess of epididymis or testisBillable
Notes for N45
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code N45?
N45 is the ICD-10-CM code for orchitis and epididymitis, in the block N40-N53 (Diseases of male genital organs).
Is N45 a billable code?
No. N45 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.