icd 10 code for genital pruritus

Pruritus, unspecified. L29.9 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2019 edition of ICD-10-CM L29.9 became effective on October 1, 2018.

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What is the ICD 10 code for pruritus?

neurotic excoriation ( L98.1) psychogenic pruritus ( F45.8) Pruritus. Approximate Synonyms. Pruritus of vulva. Pruritus vulvae (vulvar itching) Clinical Information. Intense itching of the external female genitals. ICD-10-CM L29.2 is grouped within Diagnostic Related Group (s) (MS-DRG v38.0):

What is the ICD 10 code for itching of the genitals?

Clinical Information Intense itching of the external female genitals. ICD-10-CM L29.2 is grouped within Diagnostic Related Group (s) (MS-DRG v38.0): 742 Uterine and adnexa procedures for non-malignancy with cc/mcc

What is the CPT code for pruritus vulvae?

L29.2 is a billable diagnosis code used to specify a medical diagnosis of pruritus vulvae. The code L29.2 is valid during the fiscal year 2021 from October 01, 2020 through September 30, 2021 for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions.

What is the ICD 10 code for vaginitis?

2018/2019 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code N89.8. Other specified noninflammatory disorders of vagina. N89.8 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What is L29 3?

2022 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L29. 3: Anogenital pruritus, unspecified.

What is L29 8?

L29. 8 - Other pruritus. ICD-10-CM.

What is the ICD-10 code for perianal itching?

ICD-10 | Pruritus ani (L29. 0)

What is anogenital pruritus?

Abstract. Anogenital pruritus is defined as intense itching, acute or chronic, affecting the anal, perianal, perineal and genital skin, which is a dominant problem in the course of various cutaneous and systemic conditions.

What pruritus means?

Overview. Itchy skin is an uncomfortable, irritating sensation that makes you want to scratch. Also known as pruritus (proo-RIE-tus), itchy skin is often caused by dry skin. It's common in older adults, as skin tends to become drier with age.

What is the ICD-10 code for itching?

L29. 9 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What is perianal dermatitis?

Perianal streptococcal dermatitis is a bright red, sharply demarcated rash that is caused by group A beta-hemolytic streptococci. Symptoms include perianal rash, itching and rectal pain; blood-streaked stools may also be seen in one third of patients.

How do you cure pruritus ani?

Protect the affected skin from moisture by applying a thin layer of a zinc oxide ointment (Desitin, Balmex) or petroleum jelly (Vaseline). If needed, apply hydrocortisone 1 percent cream two to three times a day for a brief period to relieve symptoms. Maintain regular, firm bowel movements.

Index to Diseases and Injuries

The Index to Diseases and Injuries is an alphabetical listing of medical terms, with each term mapped to one or more ICD-10 code (s). The following references for the code L29.2 are found in the index:

Code Edits

The Medicare Code Editor (MCE) detects and reports errors in the coding of claims data. The following ICD-10 Code Edits are applicable to this code:

Approximate Synonyms

The following clinical terms are approximate synonyms or lay terms that might be used to identify the correct diagnosis code:

Convert L29.2 to ICD-9 Code

The General Equivalency Mapping (GEM) crosswalk indicates an approximate mapping between the ICD-10 code L29.2 its ICD-9 equivalent. The approximate mapping means there is not an exact match between the ICD-10 code and the ICD-9 code and the mapped code is not a precise representation of the original code.

What is itching?

Itching is an irritating sensation that makes you want to scratch your skin. Sometimes it can feel like pain, but it is different. Often, you feel itchy in one area in your body, but sometimes you may feel itching all over. Along with the itching, you may also have a rash or hives.

What causes itching?

Itching is a symptom of many health conditions. Some common causes are

The ICD code L29 is used to code Dermatitis

Dermatitis, also known as eczema, is inflammation of the skin. It is characterized by itchy, erythematous, vesicular, weeping, and crusting patches. The term eczema is also commonly used to describe atopic dermatitis also known as atopic eczema.

MS-DRG Mapping

DRG Group #742-743 - Uterine and adnexa procedure for non-malignancy with CC or MCC.

ICD-10-CM Alphabetical Index References for 'L29.2 - Pruritus vulvae'

The ICD-10-CM Alphabetical Index links the below-listed medical terms to the ICD code L29.2. Click on any term below to browse the alphabetical index.

Equivalent ICD-9 Code GENERAL EQUIVALENCE MAPPINGS (GEM)

This is the official approximate match mapping between ICD9 and ICD10, as provided by the General Equivalency mapping crosswalk. This means that while there is no exact mapping between this ICD10 code L29.2 and a single ICD9 code, 698.1 is an approximate match for comparison and conversion purposes.