ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for Balanoposthitis
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Balanoposthitis”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding Balanoposthitis
The ICD-10-CM code for Balanoposthitis is N47.6 (Balanoposthitis). The official index lists 2 more specific codes, so check the documentation for details such as type, cause, site or severity before settling on N47.6.
Within N47 (disorders of prepuce), N47.6 is specifically for Balanoposthitis. Related codes cover adherent prepuce, newborn (N47.0), phimosis (N47.1), Paraphimosis (N47.2), Deficient foreskin (N47.3), benign cyst of prepuce (N47.4), adhesions of prepuce and glans penis (N47.5), other inflammatory diseases of prepuce (N47.7) and other disorders of prepuce (N47.8).
Don't report N47.6 together with the conditions in its Excludes1 note: balanitis (N48.1).
Use an additional code (B95-B97), to identify infectious agent.
More specific Balanoposthitis codes (official index)
Don't confuse with (Excludes1 for N47.6)
- balanitis (N48.1)
Common questions about Balanoposthitis ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for Balanoposthitis?
- N47.6 — Balanoposthitis. More specific codes apply when the documentation supports them: A54.23, A63.8.
What is the ICD-10 code for gonococcal balanoposthitis?
- A54.23 — Gonococcal infection of other male genital organs.
What is the ICD-10 code for ulcerative balanoposthitis?
- A63.8 — Other specified predominantly sexually transmitted diseases.
Is N47.6 billable?
- Yes. N47.6 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can N47.6 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict N47.6 as a principal diagnosis.
Is N47.6 a CC or MCC?
- No. N47.6 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.