Urethral discharge

This code represents the symptom of abnormal fluid secretion from the urethra. It indicates a non-specific finding that may be associated with various underlying conditions affecting the genitourinary system, such as infections or inflammatory processes.

Use this code when documentation explicitly states "urethral discharge" as a presenting symptom, without a definitive diagnosis of the underlying cause. It is appropriate when the provider is still investigating the etiology of the discharge.

• Always seek a more specific diagnosis if available, as this is a symptom code.
• Do not use if a definitive diagnosis, such as urethritis or a sexually transmitted infection, is documented.
• Sequence as a primary diagnosis when the discharge is the chief complaint and the underlying cause is unknown at the time of coding.