Female genital prolapse (N81) ICD-10-CM
The N81 code range covers female genital prolapse with 19 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 16 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2026, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Type 1 Excludes
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Codes in the N81 Range 19 codes · 16 billable
- N81 Female genital prolapseNon-billable
- N81.0 Urethrocele
- N81.1 CystoceleNon-billable
- N81.10 Cystocele, unspecified
- N81.11 Cystocele, midline
- N81.12 Cystocele, lateral
- N81.2 Incomplete uterovaginal prolapse
- N81.3 Complete uterovaginal prolapse
- N81.4 Uterovaginal prolapse, unspecified
- N81.5 Vaginal enterocele
- N81.6 Rectocele
- N81.8 Other female genital prolapseNon-billable
- N81.81 Perineocele
- N81.82 Incompetence or weakening of pubocervical tissue
- N81.83 Incompetence or weakening of rectovaginal tissue
- N81.84 Pelvic muscle wasting
- N81.85 Cervical stump prolapse
- N81.89 Other female genital prolapse
- N81.9 Female genital prolapse, unspecified
Clinical Terms in This Code Range
Definitions from the National Library of Medicine for conditions coded in the N81 range.
Cystocele
A HERNIA-like condition in which the weakened pelvic muscles cause the URINARY BLADDER to drop from its normal position. Fallen urinary bladder is more common in females with the bladder dropping into the VAGINA and less common in males with the bladder dropping into the SCROTUM.
Rectal Prolapse
Protrusion of the rectal mucous membrane through the anus. There are various degrees: incomplete with no displacement of the anal sphincter muscle; complete with displacement of the anal sphincter muscle; complete with no displacement of the anal sphincter muscle but with herniation of the bowel; and internal complete with rectosigmoid or upper rectum intussusception into the lower rectum.
Rectocele
Herniation of the RECTUM into the VAGINA.
Uterine Prolapse
Downward displacement of the UTERUS. It is classified in various degrees: in the first degree the UTERINE CERVIX is within the vaginal orifice; in the second degree the cervix is outside the orifice; in the third degree the entire uterus is outside the orifice.
About the N81 Code Range
The ICD-10 code N81 covers diagnoses related to female genital prolapse, a condition where pelvic organs such as the urethra, bladder, uterus, or rectum descend into or outside the vaginal canal. These codes are used to classify specific types and severities of prolapse, assisting healthcare providers in accurate documentation and treatment planning.
This section details various forms of female genital prolapse, including urethrocele (N81.0), a prolapse of the urethra often called female urethrocele, and cystocele (N81.1), referring to bladder prolapse, sometimes noted as anterior vaginal wall prolapse or vaginal wall prolapse. Incomplete and complete uterovaginal prolapses (N81.2 and N81.3) describe different degrees of uterine descent, often accompanied by conditions like rectocele or enterocele, terms denoting prolapses involving the rectum or small intestine. Other codes identify prolapse affecting pelvic tissues and muscles, such as pubocervical or rectovaginal tissue weakening (N81.82, N81.83), as well as less specific or combined presentations (N81.4, N81.89, N81.9). Using these ICD-10 codes for female genital prolapse ensures clarity when coding for symptoms like urinary incontinence or pelvic muscle dysfunction related to prolapse.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the N81 range?
Of the 19 codes in this range, 16 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the N81 range classify?
The range classifies female genital prolapse. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
