2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code N80.329Endometriosis of the posterior cul-de-sac, unspecified depth
ICD-10-CM Codes›N00–N99›N80-N98›N80
- Billable — Valid for Submission
- Chronic Condition
N80.329 is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for endometriosis of the posterior cul-de-sac, unspecified depth. It is valid on HIPAA claims for fiscal year 2026 (October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026) and groups to MS-DRG 742 through 743, 760 through 761. In AHRQ's Clinical Classifications Software (CCSR), this diagnosis falls under Endometriosis.
Code Identity
Code Classification
Tabular List NotesGuidance
Coding notes and annotation back-references applicable to this code.
Inclusion Terms
- Endometriosis of the posterior cul-de-sac NOS
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.
- Endometriosis - N80.9
- posterior (unspecified depth) - N80.329
External Cause of Injuries IndexGuidance
References for this code in the External Cause of Injuries Index.
- Endometriosis
- cul-de-sac (Douglas')
- posterior (unspecified depth)
Clinical ClassificationClinical
AHRQ’s CCSR groups this code into broader clinical categories.
Patient EducationClinical
Endometriosis
The uterus, or womb, is the place where a fetus grows during pregnancy. The uterus is lined with tissue (endometrium). Endometriosis is a disease in which tissue like the lining of the uterus grows in other places in your body. These patches of tissue are called "implants," "nodules," or "lesions." They are most often found:
The full article covers:
- What is endometriosis?
- What causes endometriosis?
- Who is at risk for endometriosis?
- What are the symptoms of endometriosis?
- How is endometriosis diagnosed?
- What are the treatments for endometriosis?
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Code History & ChangesHistory
Replacement N80.329 replaces the following previously assigned code(s):
- N80.3 - Endometriosis of pelvic peritoneum
Questions About N80.329Overview
Is N80.329 (Endometriosis of the posterior cul-de-sac) a billable code?
Yes. This is a billable ICD-10-CM code, specific enough to report endometriosis of the posterior cul-de-sac, unspecified depth on HIPAA-covered claims from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
What MS-DRG does N80.329 group to?
When endometriosis of the posterior cul-de-sac, unspecified depth is the principal diagnosis on an inpatient stay, it groups to MS-DRG 742, 743, 760, 761, with relative weights from 0.5696 to 1.8348 depending on complications. Higher weights mean higher Medicare reimbursement.
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.
