N49 – Inflammatory disorders of male genital organs, not elsewhere classified

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

Non-billable header

ICD-10-CM code N49
Code
N49 (claims format: N49)
Description
Inflammatory disorders of male genital organs, not elsewhere classified
Short description
Inflammatory disorders of male genital organs, NEC
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 N49

N49 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:

Notes for N49

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • inflammation of penis (N48.1, N48.2-)
  • orchitis and epididymitis (N45.-)
Use additional code:
  • code (B95-B97), to identify infectious agent

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code N49?

N49 is the ICD-10-CM code for inflammatory disorders of male genital organs, not elsewhere classified, in the block N40-N53 (Diseases of male genital organs).

Is N49 a billable code?

No. N49 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.