Female infertility (N97) ICD-10-CM
The N97 code range covers female infertility with 6 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 5 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2026, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Includes
This note appears immediately under a three character code title to further define, or give examples of, the content of the category.
- inability to achieve a pregnancy
- sterility, female NOS
Type 2 Excludes
A type 2 excludes note represents "Not included here". An excludes2 note indicates that the condition excluded is not part of the condition represented by the code, but a patient may have both conditions at the same time. When an Excludes2 note appears under a code, it is acceptable to use both the code and the excluded code together, when appropriate.
Codes in the N97 Range 6 codes · 5 billable
Clinical Terms in This Code Range
Definitions from the National Library of Medicine for conditions coded in the N97 range.
Anovulation
Suspension or cessation of OVULATION in animals or humans with follicle-containing ovaries (OVARIAN FOLLICLE). Depending on the etiology, OVULATION may be induced with appropriate therapy.
About the N97 Code Range
The ICD-10 code N97 is used to classify various types of female infertility, covering causes ranging from ovulation problems to issues involving the fallopian tubes, uterus, and other origins. These codes help specify the underlying reason for infertility, assisting healthcare professionals in diagnosis and treatment planning.
Within this category, N97.0 refers to female infertility linked to anovulation, also known as primary or secondary anovulatory infertility and conditions like luteinized unruptured follicle syndrome. The code N97.1 is applied when infertility results from tubal problems, including fallopian tube obstruction or stenosis, often described as blocked fallopian tube or tubal infertility. N97.2 captures infertility caused by uterine factors such as congenital anomalies or implantation failure. The code N97.8 covers female infertility due to other conditions like endocrine disorders, infections including Chlamydia trachomatis, immune factors like antisperm antibodies, or diminished ovarian reserve. When the cause is unknown or not specified, N97.9 is used for unspecified female infertility, including terms like idiopathic infertility or unexplained infertility. Utilizing these specific codes ensures precise documentation of female infertility causes for coding and clinical management.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the N97 range?
Of the 6 codes in this range, 5 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 N97 range classify?
The range classifies female infertility. 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.
