Submucous leiomyoma of uterus

This code describes a benign tumor originating from the smooth muscle tissue of the uterus, specifically located beneath the endometrial lining. These uterine fibroids can cause symptoms such as heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, and pressure.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of a submucous leiomyoma of the uterus. This diagnosis is typically confirmed through imaging studies like ultrasound or MRI, and sometimes hysteroscopy or biopsy.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "submucous" to differentiate from other leiomyoma locations.
• Do not use this code for intramural or subserosal leiomyomas; specific codes exist for those locations.
• Code any associated symptoms (e.g., menorrhagia N92.0, pelvic pain R10.2) as secondary diagnoses.