Menopause refers to the permanent cessation of menstruation due to loss of ovarian activity. It most often occurs between the ages of 45 and 55 years. The ICD-10 codes for menopause fall under the endocrine disorders category (codes starting with E). The specific code is:
This code is used for postmenopausal women, regardless of the cause or type of menopause.
Some key points about ICD-10 codes for menopause:
Types of menopause
There are a few types of menopause, which have their own specific ICD-10 codes:
The type of menopause is typically specified if the patient is experiencing symptoms or if menopause occurred at a premature age.
Common symptoms and long term effects
Some common symptoms and long term effects of menopause that may require additional coding include:
These conditions may have their own ICD-10 codes depending on severity, treatment needed, etc.
Hormone testing and treatment
When a patient presents with possible menopausal symptoms, physicians often check hormone levels like:
They may also test bone density with a DXA scan to evaluate for osteoporosis.
Some treatment options include:
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