Chlamydial vulvovaginitis

This code represents an inflammation of the vulva and vagina caused by a Chlamydia trachomatis infection. It specifically identifies chlamydial infection manifesting as vulvovaginitis.

Use this code when documentation confirms a diagnosis of vulvovaginitis due to chlamydial infection. This typically occurs after laboratory confirmation of Chlamydia trachomatis in a patient presenting with symptoms such as vaginal discharge, itching, or irritation.

• Ensure documentation explicitly links the vulvovaginitis to a chlamydial etiology.
• Do not use this code for chlamydial infections of other genitourinary sites; specific codes exist for those conditions.
• Consider co-occurring sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and code them appropriately if documented.