ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for scrotum abscess
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Abscess (connective tissue) (embolic) (fistulous) (infective) (metastatic) (multiple) (pernicious) (pyogenic) (septic) › scrotum”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding scrotum abscess
The ICD-10-CM code for scrotum abscess is N49.2 (Inflammatory disorders of scrotum).
Within N49 (inflammatory disorders of male genital organs, not elsewhere classified), N49.2 is specifically for inflammatory disorders of scrotum. Related codes cover inflammatory disorders of seminal vesicle (N49.0), inflammatory disorders of spermatic cord, tunica vaginalis and vas deferens (N49.1), Fournier gangrene (N49.3), inflammatory disorders of other specified male genital organs (N49.8) and inflammatory disorder of unspecified male genital organ (N49.9).
Use an additional code (B95-B97), to identify infectious agent.
It is not a CC or MCC, so as a secondary diagnosis it doesn't change the MS-DRG severity level.
Common questions about scrotum abscess ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for scrotum abscess?
- N49.2 — Inflammatory disorders of scrotum.
Is N49.2 billable?
- Yes. N49.2 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can N49.2 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict N49.2 as a principal diagnosis.
Is N49.2 a CC or MCC?
- No. N49.2 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.