Other malposition of ureter

This code signifies any congenital anomaly where the ureter is positioned abnormally within the body, excluding conditions like ureteropelvic junction obstruction, megaureter, or ectopic ureter. It encompasses various structural deviations in the ureter's anatomical course or attachment points.

Use this code when documentation specifies a congenital malposition of the ureter that doesn't fit more specific codes for ureteral anomalies. This includes conditions like retrocaval ureter (circumcaval ureter) or other unusual ureteral pathways identified through imaging studies such as CT scans, MRIs, or intravenous pyelograms (IVP).

• Ensure documentation clearly states the malposition is congenital and not acquired.
• Distinguish from more specific congenital ureteral anomalies (e.g., Q62.0, Q62.1, Q62.2) before assigning this code.
• Code any associated urinary tract obstruction or hydronephrosis separately.