Abnormal Uterine Bleeding ICD-10-CM Codes
Read this short guide and learn about abnormal uterine bleeding ICD codes you can use.
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What abnormal uterine bleeding ICD codes can I use?
There are no specific abnormal uterine bleeding ICD codes because abnormal uterine bleeding is a result of certain complications. Given that, professionals will use specific ICD-10 codes for the actual complications that cause the bleeding. Here are six examples of these ICD-10 codes:
- C54.1 - Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
This ICD-10 code is meant to be used on a female patient confirmed to have a malignant neoplasm in their endometrium, which is the uterus’ innermost lining. This means that the female patient has uterine cancer. A symptom of uterine cancer is abnormal uterine bleeding.
- D25.0 - Submucous leiomyoma of uterus
This ICD-10 code is meant to be used on a female patient confirmed to have submucous leiomyoma in their uterus. These are benign tumors that project into the endometrial cavity of the uterus. Submucous leiomyoma can cause abnormal uterine bleeding.
- D25.1 - Intramural leiomyoma of uterus
This ICD-10 code is meant to be used on a female patient confirmed to have intramural leiomyoma in their uterus. These are benign tumors that grow inside the uterine wall. Intramural leiomyoma can cause abnormal uterine bleeding.
- D25.2 - Subserosal leiomyoma of uterus
This ICD-10 code is meant to be used on a female patient confirmed to have subserosal leiomyoma in their uterus. These are benign tumors that grow on the outer uterine wall. Subserosal leiomyoma can cause abnormal uterine bleeding.
- D25.9 - Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified
This ICD-10 code is meant to be used on a female patient confirmed to have leiomyoma in their uterus. This is an unspecified ICD-10 code. It refers to an unspecified type of leiomyoma of the uterus in female patients. Once the specific type of leiomyoma has been identified, it is recommended to use a more precise code, like the previous three codes mentioned.
- D68.9 - Coagulation defect, unspecified
This ICD-10 code is meant to be used on a female patient confirmed to have a coagulation defect. This is an unspecified ICD-10 code. In the context of this ICD-10 code, what is unspecified is the cause of the coagulation defect the female patient has. Once the specific cause is identified, it’s best to use a more specific code. Abnormal uterine bleeding can be the reason to use this code.
Which of these abnormal uterine bleeding ICD codes are billable?
All of these abnormal uterine bleeding-related ICD-10 codes that we listed above are valid and billable.
Clinical information about abnormal uterine bleeding:
Abnormal uterine bleeding only occurs in females. It is also referred to as AUB for short. This type of problem is characterized by bleeding in the uterus that occurs unexpectedly (like after intercourse) and during irregular times (bleeding between periods). It can also be bleeding that takes longer than usual before it stops (menstrual bleeding that happens for more days than a normal period). The bleeding can be heavier or lighter than usual, too.
The cause of AUB varies from person to person. This problem can be caused by the following:
- Infections in the uterus or cervix
- Uterine fibroids and polyps
- Hormonal birth control
- Bleeding disorders
- Cancer (uterus, ovaries, vagina, cervix)
- Polycystic ovary syndrome
Treatments can be any of the following, depending on the cause:
- Progestin
- NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs)
- Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonists
- Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) antagonists
- Birth control pills
- Surgery (e.g., uterine artery embolization, Myomectomy, Hysterectomy, Hysteroscopy, Endometrial ablation)
Synonyms include:
- Abnormal uterine bleeding due to endometrial disorder
- Abnormal uterine bleeding due to primary malignant neoplasm of endometrium
- Abnormal uterine bleeding due to submucous uterine fibroid
- Abnormal uterine bleeding due to intramural uterine fibroid
- Abnormal uterine bleeding due to subserous leiomyoma of uterus
- Abnormal uterine bleeding due to uterine fibroid
- Abnormal uterine bleeding due to coagulopathy
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Commonly asked questions
No. N93 - Other abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding is not valid and not billable.
Yes. These are only meant to be used on female patients.
Pregnancy tests, blood tests, thyroid tests, hormone levels tests, hysteroscopic exams, pelvic ultrasounds, and endometrium biopsies.
