Screening for malignant neoplasms of cervix

This code identifies encounters focused on the early detection of cervical cancer or pre-cancerous conditions in asymptomatic individuals. It signifies a screening examination performed to identify potential abnormalities before symptoms develop.

This code is appropriate for routine Pap tests or HPV screenings conducted as part of a woman's preventative health care. It should be used when the patient presents for a cervical cancer screening and no abnormal findings are yet known or suspected.

• Always assign this code as the primary diagnosis when the sole purpose of the visit is cervical cancer screening.
• Do not use this code if the patient has a known history of cervical dysplasia or cancer, or presents with symptoms suggestive of cervical pathology.
• If an abnormal finding is discovered during the screening, this code may still be used as the primary diagnosis for the screening encounter, followed by the code for the abnormal finding.