2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code N13.70Vesicoureteral-reflux, unspecified

ICD-10-CM Codes›N00–N99›N10-N16›N13

ICD-10-CM N13.70
CMSSource: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM dataset · Effective Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026

N13.70 is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for vesicoureteral-reflux, unspecified. It is valid on HIPAA claims for fiscal year 2026 (October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026) and groups to MS-DRG 698 through 700. In AHRQ's Clinical Classifications Software (CCSR), this diagnosis falls under Vesicoureteral reflux.

Code Identity

ICD-10-CM Code
N13.70
Billable Status
Yes — Valid for Submission
Code Describes
Vesicoureteral-reflux, unspecified
Short Description
Vesicoureteral-reflux, unspecified
Same as the full description in the CMS dataset.
Parent Code
N13.7
Vesicoureteral-reflux

Code Classification

ChapterN00–N99Diseases of the genitourinary system
SectionN10-N16Renal tubulo-interstitial diseases
CategoryN13Obstructive and reflux uropathy
This CodeN13.70Vesicoureteral-reflux, unspecified

Approximate SynonymsGuidance

Alternate terms and clinical phrases that map to this code.

  • Post-renal transplant vesicoureteric reflux
  • Post-surgical vesicoureteric reflux
  • Primary vesicoureteric reflux
  • Renal scarring
  • Renal scarring due to vesicoureteral reflux
  • Secondary left vesicoureteral reflux
  • Secondary left vesicoureteral reflux grade 1
  • Secondary left vesicoureteral reflux grade 1 measured by voiding cystourethrography
  • Secondary left vesicoureteral reflux grade 2
  • Secondary left vesicoureteral reflux grade 2 measured by radionuclide cystogram
  • Secondary left vesicoureteral reflux grade 2 measured by voiding cystourethrography
  • Secondary left vesicoureteral reflux grade 3
  • Secondary left vesicoureteral reflux grade 3 measured by radionuclide cystogram
  • Secondary left vesicoureteral reflux grade 3 measured by voiding cystourethrography
  • Secondary left vesicoureteral reflux grade 4
  • Secondary left vesicoureteral reflux grade 4 measured by voiding cystourethrography
  • Secondary left vesicoureteral reflux grade 5
  • Secondary left vesicoureteral reflux grade 5 measured by voiding cystourethrography
  • Secondary right vesicoureteral reflux
  • Secondary right vesicoureteral reflux grade 1
  • Secondary right vesicoureteral reflux grade 1 measured by radionuclide cystogram
  • Secondary right vesicoureteral reflux grade 2
  • Secondary right vesicoureteral reflux grade 2 measured by radionuclide cystogram
  • Secondary right vesicoureteral reflux grade 2 measured by voiding cystourethrography
  • Secondary right vesicoureteral reflux grade 3
  • Secondary right vesicoureteral reflux grade 3 measured by voiding cystourethrography
  • Secondary right vesicoureteral reflux grade 4
  • Secondary right vesicoureteral reflux grade 4 measured by voiding cystourethrography
  • Secondary right vesicoureteral reflux grade 5
  • Secondary right vesicoureteral reflux grade 5 measured by voiding cystourethrography
  • Secondary vesicoureteric reflux
  • Vesicoureteric reflux
  • Vesicoureteric reflux due to duplicated collecting system

Tabular List NotesGuidance

Coding notes and annotation back-references applicable to this code.

Inclusion Terms

  • Vesicoureteral-reflux NOS

Index to Diseases and InjuriesGuidance

Alphabetical index entries that point to this code.

External Cause of Injuries IndexGuidance

References for this code in the External Cause of Injuries Index.

    • Reflux
      • vesicoureteral (with scarring)

Clinical ClassificationClinical

AHRQ’s CCSR groups this code into broader clinical categories.

CCSR GEN011
Vesicoureteral reflux
Default principal diagnosis: inpatient Yes · outpatient Yes

Patient EducationClinical

Ureteral Disorders

Your kidneys make urine by filtering wastes and extra water from your blood. The urine travels from the kidneys to the bladder in two thin tubes called ureters.

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Convert N13.70 to ICD-9-CMHistory

The closest ICD-9-CM equivalents under the General Equivalence Mappings.

ICD-9-CM
593.70 Vescouretrl rflux unspcf
Approximate The match is approximate rather than exact.

Code HistoryHistory

FY 2016AddedAdded to the ICD-10-CM code setEffective October 1, 2015, the first year of ICD-10-CM.
FY 2017–2025No changes
FY 2026CurrentCurrent code set, no changesEffective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

Questions About N13.70Overview

Is N13.70 (Vesicoureteral-reflux) a billable code?

Yes. This is a billable ICD-10-CM code, specific enough to report vesicoureteral-reflux, unspecified on HIPAA-covered claims from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

What MS-DRG does N13.70 group to?

When vesicoureteral-reflux, unspecified is the principal diagnosis on an inpatient stay, it groups to MS-DRG 698, 699, 700, with relative weights from 0.6899 to 1.6544 depending on complications. Higher weights mean higher Medicare reimbursement.

What is the ICD-9 equivalent of N13.70?

Under the General Equivalence Mappings, vesicoureteral-reflux, unspecified converts to ICD-9-CM 593.70 (vescouretrl rflux unspcf). The mapping is approximate, so confirm the match fits the documentation.

Footnotes

[1] Chronic - a chronic condition code indicates a condition lasting 12 months or longer and its effect on the patient based on one or both of the following criteria:

  • The condition results in the need for ongoing intervention with medical products,treatment, services, and special equipment
  • The condition places limitations on self-care, independent living, and social interactions.