2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code N53.11Retarded ejaculation

ICD-10-CM Codes›N00–N99›N40-N53›N53

ICD-10-CM N53.11
CMSSource: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM dataset · Effective Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026

N53.11 is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for retarded ejaculation. 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 late ejaculation. In AHRQ's Clinical Classifications Software (CCSR), this diagnosis falls under Other specified male genital disorders.

Code Identity

ICD-10-CM Code
N53.11
Billable Status
Yes — Valid for Submission
Code Describes
Retarded ejaculation
Short Description
Retarded ejaculation
Same as the full description in the CMS dataset.
Parent Code
N53.1
Ejaculatory dysfunction

Code Classification

ChapterN00–N99Diseases of the genitourinary system
SectionN40-N53Diseases of male genital organs
CategoryN53Other male sexual dysfunction
This CodeN53.11Retarded ejaculation

Approximate SynonymsGuidance

Alternate terms and clinical phrases that map to this code.

  • Late ejaculation

Index to Diseases and InjuriesGuidance

Alphabetical index entries that point to this code.

External Cause of Injuries IndexGuidance

References for this code in the External Cause of Injuries Index.

    • Dysfunction
      • ejaculatory
        • retarded
    • Dysfunction
      • sexual (due to)
        • male
          • ejaculatory
            • retarded
    • Ejaculation
      • retarded

Clinical ClassificationClinical

AHRQ’s CCSR groups this code into broader clinical categories.

CCSR GEN016
Other specified male genital disorders
Default principal diagnosis: inpatient Yes · outpatient Yes

Clinical InformationClinical

  • Ejaculatory Dysfunction

    the inability in males to ejaculate, or to have a normal time to ejaculation.

  • Ejaculation

    the emission of semen to the exterior, resulting from the contraction of muscles surrounding the male internal urogenital ducts.

Patient EducationClinical

Sexual Problems in Men

Many men have sexual problems. They become more common as men age. Problems can include:

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Convert N53.11 to ICD-9-CMHistory

The closest ICD-9-CM equivalents under the General Equivalence Mappings.

ICD-9-CM
608.87 Retrograde ejaculation
Approximate The match is approximate rather than exact.

Code HistoryHistory

FY 2016AddedAdded to the ICD-10-CM code setEffective October 1, 2015, the first year of ICD-10-CM.
FY 2017–2025No changes
FY 2026CurrentCurrent code set, no changesEffective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

Questions About N53.11Overview

Is N53.11 (Ejaculatory dysfunction) a billable code?

Yes. This is a billable ICD-10-CM code, specific enough to report retarded ejaculation on HIPAA-covered claims from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

What MS-DRG does N53.11 group to?

When retarded ejaculation 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 N53.11?

Under the General Equivalence Mappings, retarded ejaculation converts to ICD-9-CM 608.87 (retrograde ejaculation). 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.