Find comprehensive information on Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) diagnosis, including clinical documentation, medical coding, and healthcare resources. This page covers PMS symptoms, ICD-10 codes (N94.3), differential diagnosis, treatment options, and best practices for accurate medical record keeping. Learn about premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), related diagnostic criteria, and effective management strategies for healthcare professionals. Explore reliable resources for PMS clinical documentation and coding guidelines.
Also known as
Premenstrual syndrome
Physical and emotional symptoms before menstruation.
Depressive episode
Mood disorders with sadness, loss of interest, or low energy.
Other reaction to severe stress
Reactions to stressful life events not classified elsewhere.
Disorders of initiating and maintaining sleep
Difficulty falling or staying asleep, early morning awakening.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the diagnosis Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)?
Yes
Is there a predominant mood symptom?
No
Do not code as PMS. Evaluate for other diagnosis.
When to use each related code
Description |
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Premenstrual mood, behavioral, and somatic symptoms. |
Severe PMS impacting daily function. |
Non-cyclical mood changes unrelated to menses. |
Using N94.3 (Unspecified PMS) when more specific codes like N94.4 (Severe PMS/PMDD) are applicable, leading to underreporting of severity.
Insufficient documentation of PMS symptoms and cyclical pattern in patient records to support the diagnosis, increasing audit risk.
Miscoding Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD, N94.4) as less severe PMS (N94.3), impacting patient care and reimbursement.
Patient presents with symptoms consistent with premenstrual syndrome (PMS). The patient reports experiencing cyclical premenstrual symptoms that begin approximately one week prior to menses onset and resolve shortly after menstruation begins. Reported symptoms include mood swings, irritability, anxiety, emotional lability, breast tenderness, bloating, fatigue, and food cravings. These symptoms significantly impact the patient's daily activities and quality of life. The patient denies any other significant medical history or current medications. Physical examination is unremarkable. Diagnosis of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is made based on patient history and symptom presentation, meeting the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) criteria for premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) diagnostic criteria were considered but not fully met. Differential diagnoses include thyroid disorders, other hormonal imbalances, and psychiatric conditions. Initial management includes lifestyle modifications such as regular exercise, stress reduction techniques, and dietary adjustments. Patient education provided on premenstrual syndrome (PMS) management, including symptom tracking and potential treatment options. Follow-up scheduled in one month to assess symptom improvement and discuss further management strategies if needed. ICD-10 code N94.3 assigned. Keywords: premenstrual syndrome, PMS, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, PMDD, menstrual cycle, mood swings, irritability, anxiety, bloating, fatigue, treatment, diagnosis, ACOG, ICD-10, N94.3, lifestyle modifications, patient education, clinical documentation, medical billing, coding.