Chronic candidiasis of vulva and vagina

This code signifies a persistent or recurrent fungal infection of the vulva and vagina caused by Candida species, commonly known as a yeast infection. It indicates that the condition is long-standing or frequently reoccurring, rather than an acute, isolated episode.

Apply this code when documentation explicitly states "chronic candidiasis of vulva and vagina," "recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis," or "persistent yeast infection of the vulva and vagina." This code is appropriate for patients experiencing three or more episodes of vulvovaginal candidiasis within a 12-month period, or symptoms lasting longer than six months.

• Distinguish from acute candidiasis (B37.3) which is used for a single, non-recurrent episode.
• Ensure the provider's documentation clearly specifies "chronic" or "recurrent" to support this code.
• Consider co-reporting with codes for underlying conditions contributing to chronicity, such as uncontrolled diabetes (E11.9).