Malposition of ureter, unspecified

This code signifies an abnormal or atypical positioning of the ureter, the tube connecting the kidney to the bladder, when the specific nature of the malposition is not documented. It indicates a congenital or acquired anatomical deviation without further detail regarding the type of displacement.

Use this code when documentation clearly states "malposition of ureter" but lacks specificity regarding the type (e.g., retrocaval, ectopic, prolapsed). This code is appropriate when imaging reports (ultrasound, CT, MRI) identify an abnormally located ureter without further characterization of the anomaly.

• Do not use this code if a more specific type of ureteral malposition (e.g., Q62.61 for retrocaval ureter) is documented.
• Ensure documentation explicitly states "unspecified" or provides insufficient detail to assign a more precise code.
• Consider querying the provider for further clarification if the documentation is ambiguous but suggests a specific type of malposition.