What is the ICD-10 code for myomectomy?

ICD-10 codes for myomectomy relate to the type and location of fibroids, such as D25.0 for submucous leiomyoma.

How do you code a myomectomy procedure?

Myomectomy procedures are coded using CPT codes like 58140 for abdominal myomectomy of 1-4 myomas ≤250g.

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

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Learn about myomectomy coding with ICD-10 and CPT codes, documentation requirements, and common pitfalls.

Also known as:

Fibroid Removal Surgery

Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Myomectomy

C00-D49Primary Range

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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 fibroids are located beneath the uterine lining.	Imaging confirming submucous location Pathology report
D25.1	Intramural leiomyoma of uterus	Use when fibroids are located within the uterine wall.	Imaging confirming intramural location Pathology report
D25.2	Subserous leiomyoma of uterus	Use when fibroids are located on the outer wall of the uterus.	Imaging confirming subserous location Pathology report
D25.9	Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified	Use when the fibroid location is not specified in the documentation.	Lack of specific location documentation

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Submucous leiomyoma of uterus

D25.0Billable

Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Intramural leiomyoma of uterusD25.1

Submucous leiomyoma of uterusD25.0

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting Myomectomy.

Failing to document fibroid weight

Impact

Clinical: Inaccurate representation of surgical complexity., Regulatory: Potential for audit due to incomplete documentation., Financial: May result in lower reimbursement.

Mitigation

Ensure weight is documented in operative notes., Cross-check with pathology reports.

Using D25.9 when specific fibroid location is documented

Impact

Reimbursement: May lead to lower reimbursement rates., Compliance: Increases risk of audit., Data Quality: Reduces specificity and accuracy of medical records.

Mitigation

Ensure the specific location is coded (D25.0, D25.1, or D25.2) based on documentation.

Use of unspecified codes

Impact

Frequent use of D25.9 may trigger audits.

Mitigation

Ensure specific fibroid locations are documented and coded.

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 Myomectomy(D25.0, D25.1, D25.2)

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What is the ICD-10 code for myomectomy?

How do you code a myomectomy procedure?

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