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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Vaginal Odor

ICD-10 Coding for Vaginal Odor

N76.0
R19.8

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for vaginal odor includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Malodorous Vaginal Discharge
Fishy Vaginal Odor
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Vaginal Odor

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Vaginal Odor

Use ICD-10 code N76.0 for acute vaginitis, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Acute vaginitis

Billable Code
N76.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of fishy odor and positive whiff test.
documentation:
  • • Detailed documentation of diagnostic tests and results.

Applicable To

  • • Bacterial vaginosis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation meets Amsel criteria for bacterial vaginosis.

Other specified symptoms and signs involving the digestive system and abdomen

Billable Code
R19.8
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Documented odor without confirmed diagnosis.

Applicable To

  • • Malodorous discharge

Important Notes

  • • Avoid using if bacterial vaginosis is confirmed.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z11.3

Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

Use only when screening is performed without symptoms.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for vaginal odor?

The ICD-10 code for bacterial vaginosis, a common cause of vaginal odor, is N76.0. This code is used when the condition is confirmed with clinical criteria.

How is bacterial vaginosis diagnosed?

Bacterial vaginosis is diagnosed using Amsel criteria, which include a positive whiff test, pH >4.5, and the presence of clue cells.

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