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N28.86

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Ureteritis cystica

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

An inflammatory condition of the ureter where small cysts develop in the ureter's lining tissue.

Coding Tips

  • •This condition is often associated with chronic irritation or infection; review clinical notes for underlying causes
  • •Differentiate from pyeloureteritis cystica (N28.85) which involves both kidney and ureter

Code Hierarchy

└N28Other disorders of kidney and ureter, not elsewhere classified└N28.8Other specified disorders of kidney and ureter└N28.86Ureteritis cystica
└N28.86Ureteritis cystica

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