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N44.04

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Torsion of appendix epididymis

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

What This Code Means

Twisting of a small tissue remnant attached to the epididymis, causing localized scrotal pain and swelling.

Coding Tips

  • •Similar presentation to appendix testis torsion; careful anatomical documentation is important
  • •May be managed conservatively with pain control depending on severity

Code Hierarchy

└N44Noninflammatory disorders of testis└N44.0Torsion of testis└N44.04Torsion of appendix epididymis
└N44.04Torsion of appendix epididymis

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