Asherman's Syndrome is a condition characterized by the formation of intrauterine adhesions or scar tissue in the uterus, often resulting from uterine surgery or infection. The ICD-10 code for Asherman's Syndrome is N85.6, while the ICD-9 code is 621.0. These codes are used for medical classification and billing purposes, allowing healthcare providers to accurately document and track the occurrence of this condition.
Asherman's Syndrome is a condition characterized by the formation of intrauterine adhesions or scar tissue inside the uterus. The ICD-10 code for Asherman's Syndrome is N85.6. In the ICD-10 classification, codes starting with N85 refer to "Other noninflammatory disorders of uterus, except cervix." The specific code N85.6 indicates Asherman's Syndrome.
On the other hand, the ICD-9 code for Asherman's Syndrome is 628.0. In the ICD-9 classification, codes starting with 628 refer to "Infertility, female." The code 628.0 represents Asherman's Syndrome within this category.
It is worth noting that the ICD-10 system is more detailed and comprehensive compared to its predecessor, ICD-9. The transition from ICD-9 to ICD-10 allows for more accurate and precise coding of medical conditions, improving the quality of medical data and facilitating better healthcare management.