2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code N94.11Superficial (introital) dyspareunia

ICD-10-CM Codes›N00–N99›N80-N98›N94

ICD-10-CM N94.11
CMSSource: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM dataset · Effective Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026

N94.11 is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for superficial (introital) dyspareunia. 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. Coders also document this condition as pain in female perineum. In AHRQ's Clinical Classifications Software (CCSR), this diagnosis falls under Other specified female genital disorders.

Code Identity

ICD-10-CM Code
N94.11
Billable Status
Yes — Valid for Submission
Code Describes
Superficial (introital) dyspareunia
Short Description
Superficial (introital) dyspareunia
Same as the full description in the CMS dataset.
Parent Code
N94.1
Dyspareunia

Code Classification

ChapterN00–N99Diseases of the genitourinary system
SectionN80-N98Noninflammatory disorders of female genital tract
CategoryN94Pain and other conditions associated with female genital organs and menstrual cycle
This CodeN94.11Superficial (introital) dyspareunia

Approximate SynonymsGuidance

Alternate terms and clinical phrases that map to this code.

  • Pain in female perineum
  • Superficial pain on intercourse
  • Vulval pain
  • Vulval superficial dyspareunia

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.

    • Dyspareunia(female)
      • superficial (introital)

Clinical ClassificationClinical

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

CCSR GEN025
Other specified female genital disorders
Default principal diagnosis: inpatient Yes · outpatient Yes

Clinical InformationClinical

  • Dyspareunia

    recurrent genital pain occurring during, before, or after sexual intercourse in either the male or the female.

  • Have Dyspareunia Question|Dyspareunia|Dyspareunia (Pain w/intercourse)|Have Dyspareunia|Have Painful Intercourse|Pain with Intercourse

    a question about whether an individual has or had painful intercourse.

  • Dyspareunia

    painful or difficult coitus.

  • Dyspareunia, CTCAE|Dyspareunia|Dyspareunia

    a disorder characterized by painful or difficult coitus.

  • Grade 1 Dyspareunia, CTCAE|Grade 1 Dyspareunia

    mild discomfort or pain associated with vaginal penetration; discomfort relieved with use of vaginal lubricants or estrogen

  • Grade 2 Dyspareunia, CTCAE|Grade 2 Dyspareunia

    moderate discomfort or pain associated with vaginal penetration; discomfort or pain partially relieved with use of vaginal lubricants or estrogen

  • Grade 3 Dyspareunia, CTCAE|Grade 3 Dyspareunia

    severe discomfort or pain associated with vaginal penetration; discomfort or pain unrelieved by vaginal lubricants or estrogen

  • Have Dyspareunia|Dyspareunia|Dyspareunia (Pain w/intercourse)|Have Painful Intercourse|Pain with Intercourse

    a question about whether an individual has or had painful intercourse.

  • Pain with Sexual Intercourse, PRO-CTCAE|Dyspareunia, PRO-CTCAE|PRO-CTCAE, Pain with Sexual Intercourse|Pain with sexual intercourse

    dyspareunia as recorded on the pro-ctcae questionnaire.

Patient EducationClinical

Sexual Problems in Women

There are many problems that can keep a woman from enjoying sex. They include:

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Convert N94.11 to ICD-9-CMHistory

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

ICD-9-CM
625.0 Dyspareunia
Approximate The match is approximate rather than exact.

Code History & ChangesHistory

Replacement N94.11 replaces the following previously assigned code(s):

  • N94.1 - Dyspareunia
FY 2018AddedAdded to the ICD-10-CM code setEffective October 1, 2017.
FY 2019–2025No changes
FY 2026CurrentCurrent code set, no changesEffective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

Questions About N94.11Overview

Is N94.11 (Dyspareunia) a billable code?

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

What MS-DRG does N94.11 group to?

When superficial (introital) dyspareunia 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.

What is the ICD-9 equivalent of N94.11?

Under the General Equivalence Mappings, superficial (introital) dyspareunia converts to ICD-9-CM 625.0 (dyspareunia). 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.