Pelvic muscle wasting

This code signifies a reduction in the size and strength of the muscles forming the pelvic floor. This wasting can lead to various functional impairments, including pelvic organ prolapse, urinary or fecal incontinence, and sexual dysfunction, due to compromised support and control.

Apply this code when documentation explicitly states atrophy, hypotrophy, or wasting of the pelvic muscles. This is often observed in conditions such as sarcopenia, neurological disorders affecting muscle innervation, or as a consequence of prolonged disuse or aging.

• Ensure documentation specifies "wasting" or "atrophy" of pelvic muscles, not just weakness or dysfunction without a clear statement of muscle mass reduction.
• Consider co-reporting with codes for associated conditions such as pelvic organ prolapse (e.g., N81.x series) or urinary incontinence (e.g., N39.3).
• Do not use for general muscle weakness without evidence of actual muscle tissue loss in the pelvic region.