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DiagnosesLow Libido

Low Libido

ICD-10 Coding for Low Libido(R68.82, E29.1)

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

Diagnosis Overview

What is Low Libido?
Essential facts and insights about Low Libido

Key Clinical Considerations:

  • Decreased interest in sexual activity
  • Low levels of sex hormones (testosterone, estrogen)
  • Psychological factors (stress, depression)

Clinical Information

Clinical Criteria & Documentation Requirements

  • Patient history of libido changes
  • Hormonal assay results
  • Psychosocial assessment notes

Coding Guidelines

Usage Guidelines & Examples

  • Use N48.1 for male patients and F52.0 for female patients.
  • Common errors include using non-specific codes or omitting psychological assessments.

Code Exclusions

Important Exclusions

  • Conditions like erectile dysfunction (N52) or sexual aversion disorder (F52.1)
  • Alternative codes for related hormonal imbalances

Related ICD-10 Codes

Primary Codes
N48.1
Hypoactive sexual desire disorder
F52.0
Hypoactive sexual desire disorder
Ancillary Codes
N52.1
Differential Codes
E29.1
F52.0
R68.82

Related CPT Codes

CPT codes will be available in a future update.

Specialty Focus

Primary Specialty

Endocrinology

Specialty Applications

  • Adults experiencing sexual dysfunction
  • Endocrinology clinics and sexual health centers

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 patient history, physical exam findings, and lab results.

What are the billing considerations?

Ensure accurate coding to reflect the diagnosis and any associated conditions.