2025 ICD-10-CM code N88.2
Stricture and stenosis of cervix uteri.
Medical necessity for treatment of cervical stenosis is established when the condition causes significant symptoms, interferes with diagnostic procedures, or impairs reproductive function.The specific criteria may vary among payers.
Diagnosis and treatment of cervical stenosis are typically managed by gynecologists or other healthcare professionals specializing in women's reproductive health.Responsibilities include performing a physical examination, evaluating medical history, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests (such as ultrasound or hysteroscopy), and recommending appropriate treatment strategies based on the severity of the stenosis.
- Diseases of the genitourinary system (N00-N99)
- N88 Other noninflammatory disorders of cervix uteriN88.0 Leukoplakia of cervix uteriN88.1 Old laceration of cervix uteriN88.2 Stricture and stenosis of cervix uteriN88.3 Incompetence of cervix uteriN88.4 Hypertrophic elongation of cervix uteriN88.8 Other specified noninflammatory disorders of cervix uteriN88.9 Noninflammatory disorder of cervix uteri, unspecified
In simple words: Narrowing of the cervix.
Stricture and stenosis of cervix uteri
Example 1: A 45-year-old female presents with difficulty conceiving. Upon examination, cervical stenosis is discovered, which is impeding sperm from reaching the uterus., A 60-year-old female experiences postmenopausal bleeding.During a diagnostic workup, cervical stenosis is found, making it difficult to obtain an endometrial sample for biopsy., A 30-year-old female undergoing a routine Pap smear experiences significant pain and difficulty with instrument insertion due to cervical stenosis.
Documentation should include details of the physical examination findings, patient's symptoms (if any), diagnostic tests performed (e.g., ultrasound, hysteroscopy), and treatment plan.If a procedure is performed to address the stenosis, the operative report should also be included.
- Payment Status: Active
- Specialties:Gynecology, Obstetrics
- Place of Service:Office, Outpatient Hospital, Inpatient Hospital