Find information on scrotal mass diagnosis, including differential diagnosis, clinical findings, ultrasound evaluation, and appropriate medical coding using ICD-10 and SNOMED CT. Learn about common symptoms, physical examination techniques, and best practices for documenting scrotal masses in healthcare settings. Explore resources for testicular pain, swelling, lumps, epididymitis, orchitis, hydrocele, spermatocele, varicocele, and testicular cancer for accurate clinical evaluation and documentation. This resource aids healthcare professionals in proper diagnosis and coding for scrotal masses.
Also known as
Diseases of male genital organs
Covers various scrotal conditions including masses.
Malignant neoplasm of testis
Includes testicular cancers that can present as scrotal masses.
Neoplasm of uncertain or unknown behavior of male genital organs
For scrotal masses where malignancy isn't confirmed or ruled out.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the scrotal mass painful?
Yes
Is there torsion?
No
Is the mass a hydrocele?
When to use each related code
Description |
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Scrotal mass |
Hydrocele |
Inguinal hernia |
Coding scrotal mass as unspecified (e.g., N43.9) without proper documentation specifying the type of mass leads to inaccurate reporting and potential claim denials. Optimize CDI for specificity.
Failing to document laterality (right, left, bilateral) for scrotal masses can lead to coding errors and affect reimbursement. CDI should query physicians to clarify laterality for accurate coding (e.g., N43.0, N43.1).
Miscoding a hydrocele (N43.3) as an inguinal hernia (K40.-) or vice versa can impact medical necessity reviews and reimbursement. Clear documentation and CDI queries are essential for accurate differentiation.
Patient presents with a chief complaint of scrotal mass, swelling, or lump. Onset of scrotal mass is documented as (acute, chronic, insidious). Patient reports (presence or absence) of associated symptoms including scrotal pain, testicular pain, inguinal pain, heaviness, tenderness, redness, discoloration, or change in testicular size. Location of the scrotal mass is noted as (left, right, bilateral) and described as (soft, firm, hard, mobile, fixed, tender, non-tender). Transillumination exam (performed, not performed) with findings documented as (transilluminating, non-transilluminating). Differential diagnosis includes hydrocele, spermatocele, varicocele, epididymitis, orchitis, testicular torsion, inguinal hernia, and testicular cancer. Physical examination reveals (detailed findings including size, shape, and consistency of the mass, as well as assessment of the testes, epididymis, and spermatic cord). Medical history includes (relevant past medical and surgical history, medications, allergies, and family history). Imaging studies, such as scrotal ultrasound, may be ordered to further evaluate the scrotal mass and characterize its nature. Preliminary diagnosis of (specific diagnosis if possible, or differential diagnosis if further investigation is needed) is made. Treatment plan may include observation, antibiotics if infection is suspected, surgical intervention such as hydrocelectomy, spermatocelectomy, or orchiectomy depending on the diagnosis, and pain management with analgesics. Patient education provided on the importance of follow-up care and self-examination. Referral to urology or oncology may be warranted depending on the diagnostic findings.