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Find comprehensive information on orchitis, including clinical documentation, medical coding (ICD-10), symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and healthcare guidelines. Learn about testicular inflammation, pain management, and potential complications of orchitis. This resource provides valuable insights for healthcare professionals, medical coders, and patients seeking information on this condition. Explore details on acute orchitis, chronic orchitis, and related men's health topics.
Also known as
Orchitis and epididymitis
Inflammation of one or both testicles (orchitis) and/or epididymis.
Infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Sexually transmitted infections that can cause orchitis, such as syphilis or gonorrhea.
Viral, bacterial, and other infectious diseases
Certain viral or bacterial infections (e.g., mumps) can lead to orchitis.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the orchitis due to a sexually transmitted infection (STI)?
When to use each related code
| Description |
|---|
| Testicle inflammation |
| Epididymitis |
| Testicular torsion |
Coding orchitis without specifying laterality (right, left, or bilateral) leads to claim rejections and inaccurate data reporting. Use ICD-10-CM laterality codes.
Failing to document the cause of orchitis (e.g., mumps, infection) impacts reimbursement and quality metrics. CDI should query for specificity.
Miscoding granulomatous orchitis (distinct from infectious/non-infectious) can lead to incorrect treatment and skewed epidemiological data. Ensure proper ICD-10-CM code selection.
Patient presents with complaints consistent with orchitis. Symptoms include testicular pain, swelling, and tenderness, possibly accompanied by scrotal erythema and edema. Onset of symptoms was (onset date or duration). Patient reports (presence or absence) of fever, chills, malaise, nausea, and vomiting. Associated symptoms such as dysuria, urinary frequency, or urethral discharge are (present or absent). Physical examination reveals (size, consistency, and tenderness of affected testicle), positive Prehn sign (present or absent), and (presence or absence) of epididymal involvement suggesting epididymo-orchitis. Differential diagnosis includes testicular torsion, inguinal hernia, and other causes of acute scrotum. Laboratory studies ordered include (e.g., urinalysis, complete blood count, sexually transmitted infection testing). Ultrasound of the scrotum was performed and revealed (ultrasound findings). Based on clinical presentation, physical exam findings, and laboratory results, the diagnosis of orchitis is established. The likely etiology is (e.g., viral, bacterial, mumps, sexually transmitted infection). Treatment plan includes (e.g., bed rest, scrotal support, analgesics, antibiotics if bacterial etiology suspected, antiviral medication if indicated). Patient education provided regarding disease process, treatment plan, potential complications such as infertility, and follow-up care. Patient instructed to return for re-evaluation in (duration) to assess treatment response and monitor for complications. ICD-10 code N51.1 (or specify other if applicable) is assigned for orchitis.