Dysmenorrhea, unspecified

This code represents painful menstruation where the underlying cause is not specified or determined. It describes the symptom of menstrual cramps or pelvic pain occurring before or during a menstrual period, without further detail regarding its etiology.

Use this code when documentation indicates dysmenorrhea without specifying if it is primary (idiopathic) or secondary to another gynecological condition. This code is appropriate when the provider has not identified a specific cause for the painful menses, or when the documentation simply states "dysmenorrhea" without further elaboration.

• Do not use this code if the documentation specifies a psychogenic origin; refer to the Excludes1 note.
• If the cause of dysmenorrhea is known (e.g., endometriosis, uterine fibroids), code the underlying condition instead.
• Query the provider for clarification if the documentation is ambiguous regarding the type or cause of dysmenorrhea.