2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code N94.3Premenstrual tension syndrome
ICD-10-CM Codes›N00–N99›N80-N98›N94
- Billable — Valid for Submission
- Chronic Condition
N94.3 is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for premenstrual tension syndrome. 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 Other specified female genital disorders.
Code Identity
Code Classification
Approximate SynonymsGuidance
Alternate terms and clinical phrases that map to this code.
- Premenstrual tension syndrome
Tabular List NotesGuidance
Coding notes and annotation back-references applicable to this code.
Code Also
Type 1 Excludes
- Premenstrual dysphoric disorder F32.81
A "code also" note instructs that two codes may be required to fully describe a condition, but this note does not provide sequencing direction.
A type 1 excludes note is a pure excludes note. It means "NOT CODED HERE!" An Excludes1 note indicates that the code excluded should never be used at the same time as the code above the Excludes1 note. An Excludes1 is used when two conditions cannot occur together, such as a congenital form versus an acquired form of the same condition.
Index to Diseases and InjuriesGuidance
Alphabetical index entries that point to this code.
- Molimen, molimina (menstrual) - N94.3
- Pain (s) - See Also: Painful; - R52
- premenstrual - N94.3
- tension (syndrome) - N94.3
- Syndrome - See Also: Disease;
- premenstrual tension - N94.3
- Tension
- premenstrual - N94.3
External Cause of Injuries IndexGuidance
References for this code in the External Cause of Injuries Index.
- Molimen, molimina(menstrual)
- Pain(s)
- premenstrual
- Premenstrual
- tension (syndrome)
- Syndrome
- premenstrual tension
- Tension
- premenstrual
Clinical ClassificationClinical
AHRQ’s CCSR groups this code into broader clinical categories.
Patient EducationClinical
Premenstrual Syndrome
Premenstrual syndrome, or PMS, is a group of physical and emotional symptoms that start one to two weeks before your period. Most women have at least some symptoms of PMS, and the symptoms go away after their periods start. The symptoms may range from mild to severe.
The full article covers:
- What is premenstrual syndrome (PMS)?
- What is premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)?
- What causes premenstrual syndrome (PMS)?
- What are the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS)?
- How is premenstrual syndrome (PMS) diagnosed?
- What are the treatments for premenstrual syndrome (PMS)?
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Convert N94.3 to ICD-9-CMHistory
The closest ICD-9-CM equivalents under the General Equivalence Mappings.
Code HistoryHistory
Questions About N94.3Overview
Is N94.3 a billable code?
Yes. This is a billable ICD-10-CM code, specific enough to report premenstrual tension syndrome on HIPAA-covered claims from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
What MS-DRG does N94.3 group to?
When premenstrual tension syndrome 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 N94.3?
Under the General Equivalence Mappings, premenstrual tension syndrome converts to ICD-9-CM 625.4 (premenstrual tension). 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.
