What is the ICD-10 code for submucosal fibroid?

The ICD-10 code for a submucosal fibroid is D25.0. It is used when the fibroid is confirmed to be submucosal via imaging.

When should D25.9 be used for fibroids?

D25.9 should be used only when the fibroid location cannot be determined, such as in emergency settings without imaging.

ICD-10 Coding for Fibroid(D25.0, D25.1, D25.2)

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Explore detailed ICD-10 coding guidelines for fibroids, including submucosal, intramural, and subserosal types. Ensure accurate documentation and billing.

Also known as:

Uterine FibroidLeiomyomaMyoma

Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Fibroid

C00-D49Primary Range

Neoplasms

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Code Comparison: When to Use Each Code

Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection

Code	Description	When to Use	Key Documentation
D25.0	Submucous leiomyoma of uterus	Use when fibroid is confirmed to be submucosal via imaging.	Imaging confirming submucosal location Symptoms such as menorrhagia
D25.1	Intramural leiomyoma of uterus	Use when fibroid is confirmed to be intramural via imaging.	Imaging confirming intramural location Symptoms such as pelvic pain
D25.2	Subserosal leiomyoma of uterus	Use when fibroid is confirmed to be subserosal via imaging.	Imaging confirming subserosal location Symptoms such as pelvic pressure
D25.9	Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified	Use only when fibroid location cannot be determined.	Lack of specific imaging or surgical confirmation

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Submucous leiomyoma of uterus

D25.0Billable

Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Endometriosis of uterusN80.0

Endometrial hyperplasiaN85.0

Malignant neoplasm of uterus, part unspecifiedC55

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting Fibroid.

Failing to document fibroid location

Impact

Clinical: Inaccurate treatment planning., Regulatory: Non-compliance with coding standards., Financial: Potential for claim denials.

Mitigation

Ensure imaging reports specify location., Train staff on documentation requirements.

Using D25.9 when specific location is documented

Impact

Reimbursement: May lead to lower reimbursement or claim denials., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines., Data Quality: Decreases accuracy of clinical data.

Mitigation

Always use the most specific code available based on documentation.

Use of unspecified codes

Impact

High risk of audit when using unspecified codes without justification.

Mitigation

Document attempts to determine fibroid location.

Frequently Asked Questions

Documentation requirements, coding pitfalls and FAQs for conditions coded with D25.0.

Primary Code

D25.0

Submucous leiomyoma of uterus

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ICD-10 Coding for Fibroid(D25.0, D25.1, D25.2)

Documentation & Coding Risks

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for submucosal fibroid?

When should D25.9 be used for fibroids?

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