N52.9 — Male erectile dysfunction, unspecified

N52.9

ICD-10 Chapter 14: Genitourinary System — illustrative image — Chapter 14: Diseases of the genitourinary system (N00–N99) — illustrative image

What this code means

Erectile dysfunction is difficulty getting or keeping an erection firm enough for sex; cause not specified here.

Also called: erectile dysfunction, ed, impotence.

When this code is used

Used for male erectile dysfunction, unspecified.

Where it sits in ICD-10-CM

Code N52.9 belongs to Chapter 14: Diseases of the genitourinary system, which covers codes N00–N99 in the FY2027 ICD-10-CM tabular list. The official description above is copied verbatim from the CDC/NCHS FY2027 code file.

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Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10-CM code N52.9?

N52.9 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for “Male erectile dysfunction, unspecified”. Erectile dysfunction is difficulty getting or keeping an erection firm enough for sex; cause not specified here.

When is code N52.9 used?

Used for male erectile dysfunction, unspecified. It belongs to Chapter 14 of ICD-10-CM (Diseases of the genitourinary system).

This guide explains ICD-10-CM codes in plain language for patients, students and other readers. It is educational information only — not coding, billing or medical advice. The code recorded for any real encounter is assigned from the full clinical documentation by the treating team and qualified coders, and only they can decide which code fits a specific case.