Other cystostomy status

This code indicates that a patient has a surgically created opening into the bladder (cystostomy) that is not specifically a cutaneous vesicostomy. This opening allows for urine drainage, often via a tube or catheter, and is typically established for long-term management of urinary retention or diversion.

Use this code when documenting a patient's current status with a cystostomy that is not further specified as a cutaneous vesicostomy. This is appropriate for patients with suprapubic catheters or other types of bladder drainage tubes inserted directly into the bladder through the abdominal wall. It should be used as a secondary diagnosis to indicate the presence of the device.

• Always code the underlying condition necessitating the cystostomy first.
• Do not use this code for temporary indwelling urethral catheters.
• Ensure documentation clearly specifies the presence of a cystostomy and not another type of urinary diversion.