N49.3
Fournier gangrene
ICD-10-CM Coding Rules
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N49.3
Approximate Synonyms
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Fournier’s gangrene of perineum
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Fourniers gangrene perineum
Clinical Information
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An acute necrotic infection of the scrotum; penis; or perineum. It is characterized by scrotum pain and redness with rapid progression to gangrene and sloughing of tissue. Fournier gangrene is usually secondary to perirectal or periurethral infections associated with local trauma, operative procedures, or urinary tract disease.
Details
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N49.3 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
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The 2023 edition of ICD-10-CM N49.3 became effective on October 1, 2022.
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This is the American ICD-10-CM version of N49.3 – other international versions of ICD-10 N49.3 may differ.