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DiagnosesLeft Adnexal Mass

Left Adnexal Mass

ICD-10 Coding for Left Adnexal Mass(N83.292, C56.2)

PRIMARY SPECIALTYGynecology
COMPLEXITYHigh
LAST UPDATED09/15/2025
Sam Tuffun, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist | Medical Coding & Billing Contributor

Diagnosis Overview

What is Left Adnexal Mass?
Essential facts and insights about Left Adnexal Mass

Key Clinical Considerations:

  • Pelvic pain or discomfort
  • Abnormal vaginal bleeding
  • Palpable mass on pelvic examination

Clinical Information

Clinical Criteria & Documentation Requirements

  • Patient history including symptoms and duration
  • Results of imaging studies (ultrasound, CT, MRI)
  • Physical examination findings including size and tenderness of the mass

Coding Guidelines

Usage Guidelines & Examples

  • Follow usage guidelines for distinguishing between benign and malignant masses.
  • Common errors include misclassifying the nature of the mass or omitting relevant symptoms.

Code Exclusions

Important Exclusions

  • Ovarian cysts
  • Ectopic pregnancy
  • Other adnexal pathologies

Related ICD-10 Codes

Primary Codes
N83.201
Left adnexal mass, unspecified
N83.202
Left adnexal mass, benign
N83.203
Left adnexal mass, malignant
Ancillary Codes
R10.2
Z01.818
Differential Codes
C56.2
N83.292

Related CPT Codes

CPT codes will be available in a future update.

Specialty Focus

Primary Specialty

Gynecology

Specialty Applications

  • Women of reproductive age
  • Gynecological outpatient and inpatient settings

Coding Complexity

High Complexity

This diagnosis requires careful attention to:

  • Comprehensive clinical documentation
  • Accurate code selection based on clinical criteria
  • Proper exclusion considerations
  • Specialty-specific coding guidelines

Documentation

Documentation Templates

Billing Information

Billing Considerations

  • Ensure proper documentation for billing
  • Verify code specificity requirements
  • Check for any additional codes needed
  • Review payer-specific guidelines

Common Issues

  • Insufficient clinical documentation
  • Incorrect code selection
  • Missing supporting diagnoses
  • Timing and frequency documentation

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the documentation requirements?

Document the patient's symptoms, imaging results, and physical exam findings.

What are the billing considerations?

Ensure accurate coding based on the type of mass and associated symptoms.