Interstitial cystitis (chronic) without hematuria

This code signifies a chronic inflammatory condition of the bladder wall, characterized by persistent pelvic pain, urinary frequency, and urgency, but specifically without the presence of blood in the urine. It represents a non-infectious bladder disorder where the bladder lining is compromised, leading to irritation and discomfort.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of interstitial cystitis and explicitly states the absence of hematuria. This diagnosis is typically made after ruling out other conditions like urinary tract infections, bladder cancer, and kidney stones. Supporting documentation would include physician notes detailing symptoms, diagnostic test results (e.g., cystoscopy findings, urine analysis negative for blood), and the confirmed diagnosis.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "without hematuria" to accurately assign this specific code.
• Do not use this code if any form of hematuria (microscopic or gross) is present; instead, refer to N30.11.
• Consider sequencing this code as a primary diagnosis when it is the main reason for the patient's encounter and treatment.