ICD Code B37.31

ICD code B37.31 is acute candidiasis of the vulva and vagina, which refers to a sudden yeast infection in the female genital area caused by Candida species.

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

2. Presence of thick, white, curd-like vaginal discharge

3. Erythema, edema, or excoriation of the vulva and vaginal mucosa

4. Dysuria (painful urination), particularly with external contact

5. Dyspareunia (pain during sexual intercourse)

6. Microscopic or laboratory confirmation of Candida species in vaginal secretions

7. Absence of evidence for chronic or recurrent infection

8. No signs of systemic infection or involvement beyond the vulva and vagina

Relevant CPT codes for ICD code B37.31 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)

- 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)

- 57170 (Diathermy destruction of vaginal or cervical lesion)

Selection of CPT codes should be based on the specific services rendered during the patient encounter.

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