Preoperative Diagnosis: Urethritis
Postoperative Diagnosis: Urethritis
Operation: Urethral biopsy
Operation Description: A 22-year-old male was diagnosed with urethritis. The PCP referred the patient to an urologist, who ordered a urethral biopsy. The patient understood the risks and consent was obtained. The patient was prepped and the biopsy obtained then sent to pathology. Patient left the procedure room in stable condition.
Select the appropriate CPT and ICD-10-CM codes.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The correct CPT code for a urethral biopsy is 53200, and the appropriate ICD-10-CM code for urethritis is N34.1, not N28.89 as listed in the options. However, given the choices provided, option A is the closest match despite the incorrect ICD-10-CM code.

Preoperative Diagnosis: Urethritis Postoperative Diagnosis: Urethritis