ICD-10 N71
Non-Billable HeaderInflammatory disease of uterus, except cervix
About ICD-10-CM N71
ICD-10-CM code N71 represents Inflammatory disease of uterus, except cervix. This is a non-billable header code in the Genitourinary System chapter (block N71). The 2026 edition of ICD-10-CM N71 became effective on October 1, 2025. Non-billable codes cannot be used as a primary or secondary diagnosis on a claim, use a more specific child code instead.
Type 1 Excludes
Pure excludes, these codes can never be coded together with N71. The conditions are mutually exclusive (e.g., congenital vs acquired forms).
- hyperplastic endometritis (N85.0-)
- infection of uterus following delivery (O85, O86.-)
Includes
- endo (myo) metritis
- metritis
- myometritis
- pyometra
- uterine abscess
Use Additional Code
When coding N71, also report these additional codes when applicable.
- code (B95-B97), to identify infectious agent
Medicare LCD Coverage for N71
Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs) from CMS MACs that list N71 as a covered diagnosis.
This doesn't mean the code isn't covered, it means no MAC has issued a Local Coverage Determination naming this specific code. Coverage may still apply under National Coverage Determinations or general medical-necessity rules.
Commercial Payer Coverage
Coverage policies from major commercial payers referencing N71.
Our payer policy database covers Aetna, Cigna, Anthem, BCBS, Humana, and Medicare Advantage plans, but N71 doesn't currently appear in any indexed policy. The code may still be covered under standard plan benefits.
CPT Codes Commonly Billed with N71
Procedures frequently paired with this diagnosis based on PayerReady's Dx↔Px linkage data.
We don't have CPT pairings indexed for this specific code yet. Use the CPT search above to find common procedures, or check your payer's published medical policy for code-specific guidance.
Codes Adjacent To N71
Other codes in section N70-N77 (Inflammatory diseases of female pelvic organs).
ICD-10 N71, Billing FAQ
Is ICD-10 code N71 billable? +
No, N71 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code from block N71 when submitting claims.
What codes are Type 1 Excludes for N71? +
Type 1 Excludes (never code together with N71): hyperplastic endometritis (N85.0-); infection of uterus following delivery (O85, O86.-)
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Verified against the CMS 2026 code set on May 31, 2026.
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