N28.82

Approximate Synonyms

• Megaloureter – acquired

• Megaureter, acquired

Clinical Information

• Abnormal enlargement of the ureter caused by any blockage that prevents urine from draining into the bladder.

• Dilatation of the ureter caused by obstruction of urine flow.

Details

• N28.82 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

• The 2023 edition of ICD-10-CM N28.82 became effective on October 1, 2022.

• This is the American ICD-10-CM version of N28.82 – other international versions of ICD-10 N28.82 may differ.