ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for scrotum gangrene
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Gangrene, gangrenous (connective tissue) (dropsical) (dry) (moist) (skin) (ulcer) › scrotum”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding scrotum gangrene
The ICD-10-CM code for scrotum gangrene is N49.3 (Fournier gangrene). The official index lists 1 more specific code, so check the documentation for details such as type, cause, site or severity before settling on N49.3.
Within N49 (inflammatory disorders of male genital organs, not elsewhere classified), N49.3 is specifically for Fournier gangrene. Related codes cover inflammatory disorders of seminal vesicle (N49.0), inflammatory disorders of spermatic cord, tunica vaginalis and vas deferens (N49.1), inflammatory disorders of scrotum (N49.2), 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.
More specific scrotum gangrene codes (official index)
- noninfective N50.89 — Other specified disorders of the male genital organs
Common questions about scrotum gangrene ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for scrotum gangrene?
- N49.3 — Fournier gangrene. More specific codes apply when the documentation supports them: N50.89.
What is the ICD-10 code for noninfective scrotum gangrene?
- N50.89 — Other specified disorders of the male genital organs.
Is N49.3 billable?
- Yes. N49.3 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can N49.3 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict N49.3 as a principal diagnosis.
Is N49.3 a CC or MCC?
- No. N49.3 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.