Foreign body in penis

This code signifies the presence of an object that is not naturally occurring within the penile shaft or glans. This can include a variety of items, often introduced intentionally or accidentally, leading to potential pain, infection, or obstruction.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a foreign body lodged within the penis, such as a needle, bead, or other inserted object. Supporting documentation should detail the presence and location of the foreign material.

• Differentiate from foreign bodies in the urethra (e.g., urinary tract foreign body) which would use a different code.
• Ensure documentation specifies the penis as the anatomical site to avoid confusion with other genitourinary foreign bodies.
• Consider an external cause code (E-code) to describe the circumstances of the foreign body insertion, if known.