ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for periurethral abscess
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Abscess (connective tissue) (embolic) (fistulous) (infective) (metastatic) (multiple) (pernicious) (pyogenic) (septic) › periurethral”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding periurethral abscess
The ICD-10-CM code for periurethral abscess is N34.0 (Urethral abscess). The official index lists 1 more specific code, so check the documentation for details such as type, cause, site or severity before settling on N34.0.
Within N34 (urethritis and urethral syndrome), N34.0 is specifically for urethral abscess. Related codes cover nonspecific urethritis (N34.1), other urethritis (N34.2) and urethral syndrome, unspecified (N34.3).
Don't report N34.0 together with the conditions in its Excludes1 note: urethral caruncle (N36.2).
Use an additional code (B95-B97), to identify infectious agent.
More specific periurethral abscess codes (official index)
- gonococcal (accessory gland) (periurethral) A54.1 — Gonococcal infection of lower genitourinary tract with periurethral and accessory gland abscess
Don't confuse with (Excludes1 for N34.0)
- urethral caruncle (N36.2)
Common questions about periurethral abscess ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for periurethral abscess?
- N34.0 — Urethral abscess. More specific codes apply when the documentation supports them: A54.1.
What is the ICD-10 code for gonococcal periurethral abscess?
- A54.1 — Gonococcal infection of lower genitourinary tract with periurethral and accessory gland abscess.
Is N34.0 billable?
- Yes. N34.0 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can N34.0 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict N34.0 as a principal diagnosis.
Is N34.0 a CC or MCC?
- N34.0 is a CC (complication or comorbidity) under MS-DRG v44.0, unless excluded by the principal diagnosis.