What is the ICD-10 code for low testosterone levels?

The ICD-10 code for low testosterone levels due to primary testicular failure is E29.1. For secondary causes, such as pituitary dysfunction, use E23.0.

How is low testosterone documented for ICD-10 coding?

Document two AM testosterone levels below 300 ng/dL, symptoms like fatigue, and LH/FSH levels to differentiate primary from secondary causes.

ICD-10 Coding for Low Testosterone Level(E29.1, E23.0, E89.5)

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Explore ICD-10 coding for low testosterone levels, including primary and secondary hypogonadism. Learn about documentation requirements and coding pitfalls.

Also known as:

HypogonadismTestosterone DeficiencyAndrogen Deficiency

Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Low Testosterone Level

E00-E89Primary Range

Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases

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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
E29.1	Testicular hypofunction	Use for primary testicular failure conditions like Klinefelter syndrome.	Two AM testosterone levels <300 ng/dL Symptoms such as fatigue reduced libido Elevated LH/FSH levels
E23.0	Hypopituitarism	Use for hypogonadism due to pituitary or hypothalamic dysfunction.	Low testosterone with low/normal LH/FSH MRI evidence of pituitary lesion
E89.5	Postprocedural testicular hypofunction	Use for hypogonadism resulting from medical procedures.	Link between procedure and hypogonadism Documented low testosterone post-procedure

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Testicular hypofunction

E29.1Billable

Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

HypopituitarismE23.0

Testicular hypofunctionE29.1

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting Low Testosterone Level.

Documenting only one testosterone test

Impact

Clinical: May lead to misdiagnosis., Regulatory: Non-compliance with clinical guidelines., Financial: Potential claim denials.

Mitigation

Ensure two separate tests are conducted., Verify documentation before coding.

Using E29.1 for postprocedural hypogonadism

Impact

Reimbursement: Incorrect coding may lead to denied claims., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines., Data Quality: Inaccurate clinical data representation.

Mitigation

Use E89.5 for postprocedural cases.

Testosterone replacement therapy

Impact

Audits may focus on the necessity of therapy based on documented testosterone levels.

Mitigation

Ensure documentation of symptoms and lab results justifying therapy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Documentation requirements, coding pitfalls and FAQs for conditions coded with E29.1.

Primary Code

E29.1

Testicular hypofunction

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ICD-10 Coding for Low Testosterone Level(E29.1, E23.0, E89.5)

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What is the ICD-10 code for low testosterone levels?

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