Anal spasm

This code represents an involuntary, painful contraction of the anal sphincter muscles, often leading to discomfort, difficulty with defecation, and sometimes proctalgia fugax. It is a functional disorder of the anorectum, distinct from structural abnormalities.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of anal spasm, anal sphincter spasm, or proctalgia fugax. This diagnosis is typically made based on patient symptoms and physical examination findings, excluding other causes of anal pain.

• Ensure documentation specifies "spasm" and not just general anal pain, which may indicate other conditions.
• Do not confuse with codes for anal fissure or hemorrhoids, which are structural issues.
• Consider sequencing with codes for underlying conditions if the spasm is secondary to another disorder, though often it is primary.