N73: ICD10 Code for Other female pelvic inflammatory diseases

N73 refers to Other female pelvic inflammatory diseases, covering a range of female reproductive tract infections and inflammatory disorders involving the fallopian tubes, ovaries, uterus, cervix, vagina, vulva, and Bartholin’s glands.

Symptoms

• Pelvic or lower abdominal pain – Common across all pelvic inflammatory diseases (N70–N74)
• Fever and chills – Signs of active infection
• Abnormal vaginal discharge – Particularly in cervicitis (N72) and vaginitis (N76)
• Dyspareunia (painful intercourse) – Associated with inflammation of pelvic organs
• Swelling and tenderness – In Bartholin’s gland infections (N75)

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of Other female pelvic inflammatory diseases includes pelvic examination, cervical swabs for microbial culture, pelvic ultrasound, laboratory tests (CBC, CRP), and sometimes diagnostic laparoscopy to assess severity and complications such as abscess formation.

ICD10 Code Usage

ICD10 code N73 is used by gynecologists, infectious disease specialists, and primary care providers to document and manage infections of the female reproductive tract, guide antibiotic therapy, and monitor for fertility-affecting complications.

Related Codes

• N70 – Salpingitis and oophoritis
• N71 – Inflammatory disease of uterus, except cervix
• N72 – Inflammatory disease of cervix uteri
• N74 – Female pelvic inflammatory disorders in diseases classified elsewhere
• N75 – Diseases of Bartholin's gland
• N76 – Other inflammation of vagina and vulva
• N77 – Vulvovaginal ulceration and inflammation in diseases classified elsewhere

FAQs

Q1: What is ICD10 code N73?
A: It refers to Other female pelvic inflammatory diseases, encompassing infections and inflammations affecting different parts of the female reproductive tract.

Q2: What causes pelvic inflammatory disease (N70–N74)?
A: It often results from sexually transmitted infections (like chlamydia or gonorrhea) ascending from the lower to upper reproductive tract.

Q3: What is a Bartholin’s gland infection (N75)?
A: It refers to infection or blockage of the Bartholin’s glands leading to painful swelling near the vaginal opening.

Q4: How is cervicitis (N72) treated?
A: Treatment typically involves antibiotics targeting the underlying infection, sometimes requiring combination therapy for polymicrobial causes.

Q5: Can untreated pelvic inflammatory disease cause complications?
A: Yes, untreated PID can lead to infertility, chronic pelvic pain, ectopic pregnancy, and abscess formation.

Conclusion

ICD10 code N73 ensures early diagnosis, effective management, and appropriate follow-up for Other female pelvic inflammatory diseases, helping prevent serious reproductive health complications and improving overall women's health outcomes.