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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Dysmenorrhea

ICD-10 Coding for Dysmenorrhea

N94.4
N94.5
N94.6

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for dysmenorrhea includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Menstrual Cramps
Painful Periods
painful menstruation
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Dysmenorrhea

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Dysmenorrhea

Use ICD-10 code N94.4 for primary dysmenorrhea, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Primary dysmenorrhea

Billable Code
N94.4
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • No pelvic pathology identified

Applicable To

  • • Menstrual cramps without pelvic pathology

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'primary dysmenorrhea' and absence of secondary causes.

Secondary dysmenorrhea

Billable Code
N94.5
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Dysmenorrhea due to endometriosis or fibroids

Important Notes

  • • Link dysmenorrhea to the specific secondary condition.

Unspecified dysmenorrhea

Billable Code
N94.6
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Dysmenorrhea not otherwise specified

Important Notes

  • • Encourage providers to specify primary or secondary to avoid unspecified coding.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for primary dysmenorrhea?

The ICD-10 code for primary dysmenorrhea is N94.4, used when menstrual cramps occur without pelvic pathology.

How is secondary dysmenorrhea coded?

Secondary dysmenorrhea is coded as N94.5, indicating menstrual pain due to conditions like endometriosis.

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