N400 - Enlarged prostate without urinary symptoms
International Classification of Diseases
What is a ICD-10 Code?
ICD-10 (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision) codes are used to classify and code all diagnoses, symptoms, and procedures recorded in association with hospital care. These codes provide a standardized way to track health conditions and their treatment outcomes.
Detailed Description
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland that commonly occurs as men age. In this case, the prostate is enlarged but you are not experiencing lower urinary tract symptoms like difficulty urinating, frequent urination, or weak urine stream. The prostate gland surrounds the urethra (the tube that carries urine from the bladder), and while it's enlarged, it's not currently causing noticeable urinary problems. This condition is very common in men over 50 and is not related to prostate cancer.
Additional Information
This is a common, non-cancerous condition in aging men. Even without current symptoms, regular monitoring is important as symptoms may develop over time. The procedure classification indicates this was diagnosed during an established patient office visit.
Category
Urological Condition
Medical Specialty
Urology, Primary Care
Expected Costs
We expect this to normally be in the range of:
$150 - $400
This is an estimate based on typical billing patterns. Your actual cost may vary depending on your insurance coverage, provider location, and specific circumstances.
What's Required Before This
- Physical examination
- Medical history review
- Possible digital rectal exam
What to Expect After
- Regular monitoring
- Annual prostate exams
- Watch for development of urinary symptoms
- Lifestyle modifications discussion
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