Chapter 14: Genitourinary System (N00–N99)

Question 1

What code is used for Stage 2 CKD?

Answer 1

N18.2

Question 2

What codes are used for Stage 3 CKD?

Answer 2

N18.30–N18.32

Question 3

What code represents End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)?

Answer 3

N18.6

Question 4

If both a CKD stage and ESRD are documented, which code do you assign?

Answer 4

Assign only N18.6

Question 5

What codes are used for a kidney transplant patient without complications?

Answer 5

CKD stage (N18.-) + Z94.0 (Kidney transplant status)

Question 6

What should you reference for CKD with diabetes or hypertension?

Answer 6

Section I.C.9 (Hypertensive CKD) and I.C.19 (Transplant complications)