Foreign body in bladder and urethra

This code signifies the presence of an object within the urinary bladder or urethra that originated externally to the body. This can include iatrogenic causes (e.g., forgotten catheters, surgical fragments) or self-insertion. The foreign body can lead to symptoms such as dysuria, hematuria, urinary tract infections, or obstruction.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a foreign object has been identified within the bladder or urethra. This applies to cases where the foreign body is causing symptoms, is incidentally discovered, or is being removed. Supporting documentation includes imaging reports (e.g., X-ray, CT, cystoscopy), operative notes for removal, or physician notes detailing the foreign body's presence.

• Do not use this code for urinary calculi (kidney stones), as these are endogenous.
• Consider an external cause code (E-code) if the foreign body resulted from an accident or intentional self-harm.
• Sequence this code as a primary diagnosis if the foreign body is the main reason for the encounter, or as a secondary diagnosis if it's an associated condition.