Superficial (introital) dyspareunia

This code represents painful sexual intercourse that is localized to the vaginal opening or superficial structures of the introitus. Patients typically experience pain upon initial penetration or with pressure applied to the vulvar vestibule. It is distinct from deeper pelvic pain during intercourse.

Use this code when documentation specifies dyspareunia primarily affecting the superficial aspects of the vagina or vulva. This diagnosis is supported by patient complaints of pain at the vaginal entrance during intercourse, often confirmed by physical examination findings such as localized tenderness to touch in the vestibule.

• Differentiate from N94.12 (Deep dyspareunia) based on the reported location of pain.
• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "superficial" or "introital" to support this specific code.
• Consider co-reporting with codes for underlying causes, such as vulvodynia (N94.81), if identified.