Other noninflammatory disorders of ovary, fallopian tube, and broad ligament

This code encompasses various non-inflammatory conditions affecting the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and broad ligaments that are not specifically classified elsewhere. These are typically structural or functional abnormalities that do not involve an infectious or inflammatory process. Examples include certain types of ovarian dysfunction, adhesions, or congenital anomalies of these reproductive organs.

Use this code when documentation indicates a non-inflammatory disorder of the ovary, fallopian tube, or broad ligament for which a more specific ICD-9-CM code is not available. This code is appropriate when the physician's notes describe conditions like ovarian adhesions without inflammation, broad ligament cysts, or unspecified ovarian dysfunction. Ensure the medical record clearly states the non-inflammatory nature of the condition.

• Avoid using this code if a more specific ICD-9-CM code exists for the documented condition (e.g., ovarian cyst, endometriosis).
• Always review the medical record for explicit documentation ruling out inflammation or infection before assigning this code.
• Consider sequencing this code as a secondary diagnosis if the primary reason for the encounter is related to a symptom caused by this underlying non-inflammatory disorder.