Q54 covers Hypospadias, which include a range of congenital structural abnormalities of the reproductive organs present at birth, potentially impacting fertility, hormonal function, or anatomical development.

Symptoms

Infertility – May result from malformations of the uterus, ovaries, or fallopian tubes (Q50–Q51)
Absent or undescended testes – Characteristic of Q53 (undescended testicle)
Abnormal penile opening – Seen in hypospadias (Q54)
Ambiguous genitalia – Related to Q56 (indeterminate sex)
Menstrual irregularities – Associated with uterine anomalies (Q51)

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of Hypospadias often includes newborn physical examination, ultrasound imaging, MRI, genetic testing, and sometimes exploratory surgery to define internal reproductive anatomy.

ICD10 Code Usage

ICD10 code Q54 is crucial for documentation in EHRs, planning surgical corrections, fertility counseling, hormonal therapy planning, and insurance billing for congenital reproductive disorders.

Related Codes

FAQs

Q1: What is ICD10 code Q54?
A: It documents Hypospadias, congenital anomalies affecting male or female reproductive organs.

Q2: Is surgical correction always necessary?
A: Not always, but many cases like hypospadias (Q54) or undescended testes (Q53) benefit from surgery for function and appearance.

Q3: Can these conditions affect fertility?
A: Yes, some congenital reproductive malformations can impact fertility without intervention.

Q4: What causes pseudohermaphroditism (Q56)?
A: It may result from genetic, hormonal, or developmental factors affecting sexual differentiation.

Q5: Are these detected during pregnancy?
A: Some anomalies may be suspected via prenatal imaging, but most are diagnosed postnatally.

Conclusion

ICD10 code Q54 plays a key role in documenting Hypospadias, supporting early diagnosis, appropriate management, and multidisciplinary care for individuals with congenital genital anomalies.