ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for penis acquired torsion
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Torsion › penis (acquired)”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding penis acquired torsion
The ICD-10-CM code for penis acquired torsion is N48.82 (Acquired torsion of penis). The official index lists 1 more specific code, so check the documentation for details such as type, cause, site or severity before settling on N48.82.
Within N48.8 (other specified disorders of penis), N48.82 is specifically for acquired torsion of penis. Related codes cover thrombosis of superficial vein of penis (N48.81), acquired buried penis (N48.83) and other specified disorders of penis (N48.89).
Don't report N48.82 together with the conditions in its Excludes1 note: congenital torsion of penis (Q55.63).
It is not a CC or MCC, so as a secondary diagnosis it doesn't change the MS-DRG severity level.
More specific penis acquired torsion codes (official index)
- congenital Q55.63 — Congenital torsion of penis
Don't confuse with (Excludes1 for N48.82)
- congenital torsion of penis (Q55.63)
Common questions about penis acquired torsion ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for penis acquired torsion?
- N48.82 — Acquired torsion of penis. More specific codes apply when the documentation supports them: Q55.63.
What is the ICD-10 code for congenital penis acquired torsion?
- Q55.63 — Congenital torsion of penis.
Is N48.82 billable?
- Yes. N48.82 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can N48.82 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict N48.82 as a principal diagnosis.
Is N48.82 a CC or MCC?
- No. N48.82 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.