Urethral discharge (R36) ICD-10-CM
The R36 code range covers urethral discharge with 4 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 3 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2026, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Codes in the R36 Range 4 codes · 3 billable
Clinical Terms in This Code Range
Definitions from the National Library of Medicine for conditions coded in the R36 range.
Hemospermia
Blood in the SEMEN, usually due to INFLAMMATION of the PROSTATE, the SEMINAL VESICLES, or both.
About the R36 Code Range
The ICD-10 code R36 and its subcodes classify different types of urethral discharge, which is an abnormal fluid from the urethra. These codes are used to document and diagnose various presentations of urethral discharge, including whether blood is present.
R36.0 refers to urethral discharge without blood, identifying cases where clear or non-bloody fluid is noted. The code R36.1 is specific to hematospermia (also known as hemospermia), which means blood is present in the semen and discharged through the urethra. R36.9 covers unspecified urethral discharge, which includes symptoms described by synonyms like "discharge from penis," "passive discharge of semen from urethra," or simply "urethral discharge." These ICD-10 codes help healthcare professionals accurately record different types of genital tract secretions linked to infections, inflammations, or other genitourinary conditions, ensuring clarity in patient records and billing.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the R36 range?
Of the 4 codes in this range, 3 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the R36 range classify?
The range classifies urethral discharge. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
