Pruritus vulvae

This code represents the symptom of itching specifically affecting the external female genitalia. It indicates localized pruritus of the vulva, which can be a primary condition or a manifestation of an underlying dermatological, infectious, or systemic disorder.

Assign this code when the patient presents with a chief complaint of vulvar itching, and the provider's documentation confirms this symptom. It is appropriate when the cause of the pruritus is either unknown, not yet definitively diagnosed, or when the pruritus itself is the primary focus of treatment.

• Always code the underlying cause if known and documented (e.g., candidiasis, lichen sclerosus) in addition to or instead of this code, depending on coding guidelines.
• Do not use this code for generalized pruritus or itching in other specific anatomical areas.
• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "vulvae" or "vulvar itching" to support this specific code.