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Find information on low libido, also known as hypoactive sexual desire disorder HSDD, including clinical documentation, medical coding, ICD-10 codes F52.0 and related DSM-5 diagnostic criteria. Learn about diagnosis, treatment, and management of hypoactive sexual desire disorder in men and women, including relevant healthcare resources for providers and patients. Explore sexual dysfunction, loss of libido, decreased libido, and low sex drive causes and solutions. This resource provides insights into proper medical coding and documentation for HSDD for healthcare professionals.
Also known as
Sexual dysfunction, not elsewhere classified
Covers various sexual dysfunctions, including low libido.
Other specified female genital disorders
May be used for female low libido if not otherwise specified.
Other specified disorders of male genital organs
May be used for male low libido if not otherwise specified.
Somatoform disorders
Can be relevant if low libido is linked to psychological factors.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is low libido due to a drug or other external agent?
When to use each related code
| Description |
|---|
| Low sexual desire |
| Erectile Dysfunction |
| Female Sexual Interest/Arousal Disorder |
Using unspecified codes like F52.9 when a more specific diagnosis for low libido is documented, leading to inaccurate data.
Failing to code underlying medical or psychological conditions contributing to low libido (e.g., depression, medication side effects).
Lack of clear, consistent documentation of low libido symptoms and duration, impacting accurate coding and reimbursement.
Patient presents with complaints of low libido, decreased sexual desire, or hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD). Onset of symptoms is reported as [Date/Duration]. Patient reports [Frequency] of sexual activity currently, compared to [Frequency] prior to onset of symptoms. Contributing factors explored include relationship issues, stress, fatigue, hormonal changes, medical comorbidities such as diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and current medications including antidepressants, antipsychotics, and hormonal contraceptives. Patient deniescurrent use of recreational drugs or excessive alcohol consumption. Mental health history was reviewed, including symptoms of depression, anxiety, or other mood disorders. Physical examination was unremarkable. Differential diagnosis includes HSDD, male hypogonadism (if applicable), female sexual interestarousal disorder (FSIAD) (if applicable), and medication-induced sexual dysfunction. Assessment includes consideration of biological, psychological, and interpersonal factors contributing to the low libido. Plan includes [Further investigations such as hormone levels, if indicated], patient education regarding lifestyle modifications including stress management, sleep hygiene, and communication with partner. Potential treatment options discussed include relationship counseling, sex therapy, andor pharmacotherapy if deemed appropriate and medically necessary, such as testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) for men if indicated, or flibanserin for premenopausal women if indicated, after a thorough discussion of risks and benefits. Follow-up scheduled for [Date/Interval] to reassess symptoms and treatment efficacy. ICD-10 code F52.2 (Lack or loss of sexual libido) is assigned.