What is the ICD-10 code for hypoactive sexual desire disorder?

The ICD-10 code for hypoactive sexual desire disorder is F52.0, used when there is distress due to lack of sexual desire.

How do you differentiate between HSDD and low libido?

HSDD (F52.0) requires documented distress and duration of symptoms, while low libido (R68.82) is used when no distress is present.

ICD-10 Coding for Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder(F52.0, F48.8, F52.9)

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Learn about the ICD-10 coding for hypoactive sexual desire disorder, including documentation requirements and differentiation from low libido.

Also known as:

HSDDLow Sexual Desire

Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder

F01-F99Primary Range

Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders

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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
F52.0	Hypoactive sexual desire disorder	Use when the patient has persistent lack of sexual desire causing significant distress.	Persistent absence of sexual thoughts for at least 6 months Causes clinically significant distress Not attributable to a substance or medical condition
R68.82	Low libido	Use when the patient reports low libido without any distress.	Decreased interest in sexual activity No associated distress

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Hypoactive sexual desire disorder

F52.0Billable

Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Low libidoR68.82

Dhat syndromeF48.8

Use for culturally specific presentations related to semen loss anxiety.

Hypoactive sexual desire disorderF52.0

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder.

Omitting distress in documentation

Impact

Clinical: Misdiagnosis of the condition., Regulatory: Non-compliance with coding standards., Financial: Potential for denied claims.

Mitigation

Ensure documentation includes patient-reported distress.

Mixing R68.82 and F52.0

Impact

Reimbursement: Incorrect coding can lead to reduced reimbursement., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines., Data Quality: Inaccurate clinical data representation.

Mitigation

Use F52.0 only when distress is documented; otherwise, use R68.82.

Missing temporal criteria

Impact

Reimbursement: May affect DRG assignment and reimbursement., Compliance: Non-compliance with ICD-10 requirements., Data Quality: Inaccurate reflection of patient condition.

Mitigation

Ensure documentation specifies symptoms persist for at least 6 months.

Documentation of Distress

Impact

Failure to document distress can lead to audit findings.

Mitigation

Ensure all documentation includes patient-reported distress.

Frequently Asked Questions

Documentation requirements, coding pitfalls and FAQs for conditions coded with F52.0.

Primary Code

F52.0

Hypoactive sexual desire disorder

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ICD-10 Coding for Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder(F52.0, F48.8, F52.9)

Documentation & Coding Risks

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for hypoactive sexual desire disorder?

How do you differentiate between HSDD and low libido?

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