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Q62.5

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Duplication of ureter

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

What This Code Means

A birth defect where there are two ureters instead of one on the same side, usually draining from a duplicated kidney or collecting system.

Coding Tips

  • •Specify laterality and whether the duplication is complete or partial if documented
  • •May be associated with other urinary anomalies; review for additional congenital codes

Code Hierarchy

└Q62Congenital obstructive defects of renal pelvis and congenital malformations of ureter└Q62.5Duplication of ureter
└Q62.5Duplication of ureter

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