N62
Billable

Hypertrophy of breast

Billable / Specific Code

What is Hypertrophy of breast?

ICD-10-CM N62 is the diagnosis code for Hypertrophy of breast. This code falls under the section "Disorders of breast" within Chapter 14 — Diseases of the genitourinary system (N00-N99). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for N62

✅ This Code Includes

  • Gynecomastia
  • Hypertrophy of breast NOS
  • Massive pubertal hypertrophy of breast

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as N62. They are mutually exclusive:

  • breast engorgement of newborn (P83.4)
  • disproportion of reconstructed breast (N65.1)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where N62 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeN62 — Hypertrophy of breast
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is N62 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, N62 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does N62 mean?

N62 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Hypertrophy of breast". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is N62 in?

N62 is located in Section N60-N65 — "Disorders of breast" within Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use N62?

Use N62 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Hypertrophy of breast" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Hypertrophy of breast?

The ICD-10-CM code for Hypertrophy of breast is N62.

Can N62 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, N62 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is N62 in?

N62 is in Chapter 14 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from N62?

Type 1 Excludes for N62 include: breast engorgement of newborn (P83.4); disproportion of reconstructed breast (N65.1).

Is N62 valid for 2026?

Yes, N62 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

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Code Details
N62
Hypertrophy of breast
Billable / Specific Code
14 — Diseases of the genitourinary system (N00-N99)
N60-N65 — Disorders of breast
2026 ICD-10-CM