N77 ICD 10 Code is a non-billable and non-specific code and should not be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. There are other codes below it with greater level of diagnosis detail. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.
Short description for N77 ICD 10 code:
Vulvovaginal ulceration and inflam in diseases classd elswhr
Codes
- N77.0 Ulceration of vulva in diseases classified elsewhere
- N77.1 Vaginitis, vulvitis and vulvovaginitis in diseases classified elsewhere
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to N77 ICD10 Code:
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
N77 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting
Clinical information about N77 ICD 10 code
Vaginal problems are some of the most common reasons women go to the doctor. They may have symptoms such as:
- Itching
- Burning
- Pain
- Abnormal bleeding
- Discharge
One common problem is vaginitis, an inflammation of the vagina. Other problems that affect the vagina include sexually transmitted infections (STIs), vaginal cancer, and vulvar cancer. Treatment of vaginal problems depends on the cause.
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