ICD-10 Coding for Uterine Fibroid(D25.0, D25.0B, D25.0S)
Explore the ICD-10 coding for uterine fibroids, including submucous, intramural, and subserosal types. Learn about documentation requirements and coding pitfalls.
Complete code families applicable to Uterine Fibroid
Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection
| Code | Description | When to Use | Key Documentation |
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| D25.0 | Submucous leiomyoma of uterus | Use when imaging confirms submucosal location. |
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| D25.1 | Intramural leiomyoma of uterus | Use when imaging confirms intramural location. |
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| D25.2 | Subserosal leiomyoma of uterus | Use when imaging confirms subserosal location. |
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| D25.9 | Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified | Use when fibroid location is not specified in documentation. |
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Clinical Decision Support
Always review the patient's clinical documentation thoroughly. When in doubt, choose the more specific code and ensure documentation supports it.
Key Information
Essential facts and insights aboutUterine Fibroid
Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions
Documentation & Coding Risks
Avoid these common issues when documenting Uterine Fibroid.
Failing to document fibroid location.
Impact
Clinical: Impacts treatment planning and outcomes., Regulatory: Increases risk of non-compliance with coding standards., Financial: Potential for reduced reimbursement.
Mitigation
Standardize documentation templates to include location.
Using D25.9 without specifying fibroid location.
Impact
Reimbursement: May lead to reduced reimbursement due to unspecified coding., Compliance: Increases risk of audit and compliance issues., Data Quality: Decreases accuracy of clinical data.
Mitigation
Query provider for specific fibroid location.
Unspecified fibroid coding
Impact
High audit risk if fibroid location is not documented.
Mitigation
Implement mandatory queries for unspecified fibroid locations.