ICD Code B37.3

ICD code B37.3 is a diagnosis code used to indicate a yeast infection (candidiasis) affecting the vulva and vagina.

1. Presence of vulvar and/or vaginal itching, burning, or irritation

2. Erythema, edema, or excoriation of the vulva and/or vagina on physical examination

3. Thick, white, curd-like vaginal discharge

4. Microscopic identification of budding yeast or pseudohyphae on wet mount or Gram stain

5. Positive fungal culture for Candida species from vaginal or vulvar swab

6. Absence of alternative causes for symptoms (e.g., bacterial vaginosis, trichomoniasis)

7. Recurrent or persistent symptoms despite initial therapy may also warrant use

Relevant CPT codes for ICD code B37.3 include:

- 87480 (Infectious agent detection by nucleic acid [DNA or RNA]; Candida species, direct probe technique)

- 87506 (Infectious agent detection by nucleic acid [DNA or RNA]; Candida species, amplified probe technique)

- 87205 (Smear, primary source with interpretation; Gram or Giemsa stain for bacteria, fungi, or cell types)

- 58100 (Endometrial biopsy, without cervical dilation, any method)

- 99201–99215 (Evaluation and management codes for office or outpatient visits, depending on new or established patient and complexity)

- 57061 (Destruction of lesion(s), vulva; simple)

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