2025 ICD-10-CM code R30.1
(Active) Effective Date: N/A Revision Date: N/A Deletion Date: N/A Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified - Pain associated with micturition XVIII: Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified Feed
Vesical tenesmus is a feeling of persistent urge to urinate, even when the bladder is empty, often accompanied by pain or discomfort.
Medical necessity for further diagnostic and treatment procedures related to vesical tenesmus is determined by the severity of the symptoms, the persistence of the condition, and the exclusion of other conditions.The documentation must justify the tests and treatments performed.
The clinical responsibility for diagnosing and managing vesical tenesmus rests with healthcare professionals specializing in urology, general practice, or other relevant medical disciplines, depending on the suspected underlying condition.They conduct a thorough evaluation including patient history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests to pinpoint the cause and implement appropriate treatment.
- XVIII: Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified
- R30-R39: Symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system
In simple words: Vesical tenesmus means you feel like you need to urinate all the time, even if your bladder is empty, and it might hurt. This is a symptom, not an illness, and could be due to a bladder infection, stones, or other problem. A doctor will need to check to find out what's causing it.
Vesical tenesmus is characterized by a persistent and often painful urge to urinate, despite an empty bladder.It's a symptom, not a disease itself, and can be indicative of various underlying conditions affecting the urinary tract, such as infections (e.g., cystitis, prostatitis), bladder stones, tumors, or neurological disorders. The severity and associated symptoms vary depending on the cause.Diagnosis involves a thorough physical examination, urinalysis, imaging studies (e.g., ultrasound, CT scan), and potentially cystoscopy to identify the underlying etiology.
Example 1: A 65-year-old male presents with a constant urge to urinate accompanied by pelvic pain, despite frequent voiding. Urinalysis reveals no infection.Further investigation with an ultrasound reveals bladder stones., A 32-year-old female reports frequent painful urination and a persistent feeling of needing to urinate, even after voiding.She is diagnosed with a urinary tract infection (UTI)., A 70-year-old male with a history of prostate cancer experiences intense, frequent urges to urinate, along with pelvic pain.Imaging studies reveal bladder outlet obstruction caused by prostate cancer progression.
Complete patient history including symptoms (frequency, urgency, pain characteristics, duration),results of urinalysis, imaging studies (ultrasound, CT scan, etc.),cystoscopy findings (if performed),treatment administered,and response to treatment.Documentation should support the medical necessity of procedures performed and clearly link symptoms to the diagnosis.
** Vesical tenesmus is often a symptom of other underlying conditions.Therefore, complete investigation is essential to identify and address the root cause.
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