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ICD-10 Coding for Peyronie's Disease(N48.6)

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for Peyronie's Disease. Includes clinical validation requirements, documentation requirements, and coding pitfalls.

Also known as:

Induratio Penis PlasticaPenile Fibrosisinduration penis plastica

Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Peyronie's Disease

N40-N53Primary Range

Diseases of male genital organs

This range includes conditions affecting male genital organs, with Peyronie's Disease specifically coded under N48.6.

Key Information: ICD-10 code for Peyronie's disease

Essential facts and insights about Peyronie's Disease

The ICD-10 code for Peyronie's disease is N48.6, used for cases with documented penile curvature and plaque.

Primary ICD-10-CM Code for peyronie's

Peyronie's disease
Billable Code

Decision Criteria

clinical Criteria

  • Presence of palpable plaque and curvature

documentation Criteria

  • Detailed description of curvature and plaque

Applicable To

  • Penile curvature
  • Palpable plaque

Excludes

  • Congenital penile curvature (Q55.6)

Clinical Validation Requirements

  • Palpable plaque on physical exam
  • Curvature measurement using goniometer
  • Symptom duration >3 months

Code-Specific Risks

  • Misclassification with N48.89 (other specified disorders of penis)

Coding Notes

  • Ensure documentation includes plaque characteristics and curvature degree.

Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that should be used in conjunction with the main diagnosis codes when applicable.

Erectile dysfunction, unspecified

N52.9
Use when erectile dysfunction is present alongside Peyronie's disease.

Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions to the primary diagnosis.

Other specified disorders of penis

N48.89
Use N48.89 for penile disorders not specifically classified under other codes.

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common documentation and coding issues when documenting Peyronie's Disease to ensure proper reimbursement, maintain compliance, and reduce audit risk. These guidelines are particularly important when using ICD-10 code N48.6.

Impact

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

Mitigation Strategy

Include detailed plaque characteristics in notes

Impact

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

Mitigation Strategy

Ensure documentation specifies Peyronie's disease with plaque and curvature.

Impact

Lack of REMS documentation can lead to audit issues.

Mitigation Strategy

Ensure REMS compliance is documented for each injection.

Documentation errors, coding pitfalls, and audit risks are interconnected aspects of medical coding and billing. Addressing all three areas helps ensure accurate coding, optimal reimbursement, and regulatory compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ICD-10 coding for Peyronie's Disease, with expert answers to help guide accurate code selection and documentation.

Documentation Templates for Peyronie's Disease

Use these documentation templates to ensure complete and accurate documentation for Peyronie's Disease. These templates include all required elements for proper coding and billing.

Post-Xiaflex® Injection Follow-up

Specialty: Urology

Required Elements

  • Injection site and dosage
  • Patient response
  • Modeling procedure

Example Documentation

Patient received 0.58 mg Xiaflex® injection into mid-shaft plaque. Modeling performed post-injection. No adverse reactions noted.

Examples: Poor vs. Good Documentation

Poor Documentation Example
Patient has penile curvature.
Good Documentation Example
Patient reports 8-month history of 40-degree dorsal curvature with palpable plaque at mid-shaft, causing painful erections.
Explanation
The good example provides specific details on curvature degree, plaque location, and symptoms.

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