2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code N48.6Induration penis plastica
ICD-10-CM Codes›N00–N99›N40-N53›N48
- Billable — Valid for Submission
- Chronic Condition
N48.6 is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for induration penis plastica. It is valid on HIPAA claims for fiscal year 2026 (October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026) and groups to MS-DRG 729 through 730. Coders also document this condition as deformity of erection. In AHRQ's Clinical Classifications Software (CCSR), this diagnosis falls under Other specified male genital disorders.
Code Identity
Code Classification
Approximate SynonymsGuidance
Alternate terms and clinical phrases that map to this code.
- Deformity of erection
- Erectile dysfunction due to fibrosis of corpus cavernosum
- Fibrosis of corpus cavernosum
- Fibrosis of penis
- Functional disorder of penis
- Induratio penis plastica
- Superficial fibromatosis
Tabular List NotesGuidance
Coding notes and annotation back-references applicable to this code.
Inclusion Terms
- Peyronie's disease
- Plastic induration of penis
These terms are the conditions for which that code is to be used. The terms may be synonyms of the code title, or, in the case of "other specified" codes, the terms are a list of the various conditions assigned to that code. The inclusion terms are not necessarily exhaustive. Additional terms found only in the Alphabetic Index may also be assigned to a code.
Index to Diseases and InjuriesGuidance
Alphabetical index entries that point to this code.
- penis (corpora cavernosa) - N48.6
- corpus cavernosum (sclerosing) - N48.6
- penis NEC - N48.6
- Induratio penis plastica - N48.6
- corpora cavernosa (penis) (plastic) - N48.6
- penile (plastic) - N48.6
- Peyronie's disease - N48.6
External Cause of Injuries IndexGuidance
References for this code in the External Cause of Injuries Index.
- Fibrosclerosis
- penis (corpora cavernosa)
- Fibrosis, fibrotic
- corpus cavernosum (sclerosing)
- Fibrosis, fibrotic
- penis NEC
- Induratio penis plastica
- Induration, indurated
- corpora cavernosa (penis) (plastic)
- Induration, indurated
- penile (plastic)
- Peyronie's disease
- Sclerosis, sclerotic
- corpus cavernosum
- male
- Sclerosis, sclerotic
- penis
Clinical ClassificationClinical
AHRQ’s CCSR groups this code into broader clinical categories.
Clinical InformationClinical
Superficial Fibromatosis
a poorly circumscribed, intermediate fibrocytic neoplasm arising from the superficial soft tissues. it is characterized by the presence of spindle-shaped fibroblasts, and an infiltrative growth pattern.
Patient EducationClinical
Penis Disorders
Problems with the penis can cause pain and affect a man's sexual function and fertility. Penis disorders include:
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Convert N48.6 to ICD-9-CMHistory
The closest ICD-9-CM equivalents under the General Equivalence Mappings.
Code HistoryHistory
Questions About N48.6Overview
Is N48.6 (Other disorders of penis) a billable code?
Yes. This is a billable ICD-10-CM code, specific enough to report induration penis plastica on HIPAA-covered claims from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
What MS-DRG does N48.6 group to?
When induration penis plastica is the principal diagnosis on an inpatient stay, it groups to MS-DRG 729, 730, with relative weights from 0.6720 to 1.0587 depending on complications. Higher weights mean higher Medicare reimbursement.
What is the ICD-9 equivalent of N48.6?
Under the General Equivalence Mappings, induration penis plastica converts to ICD-9-CM 607.85 (Peyronie's disease). The mapping is approximate, so confirm the match fits the documentation.
Footnotes
[1] Chronic - a chronic condition code indicates a condition lasting 12 months or longer and its effect on the patient based on one or both of the following criteria:
- The condition results in the need for ongoing intervention with medical products,treatment, services, and special equipment
- The condition places limitations on self-care, independent living, and social interactions.
