Anogenital (venereal) warts

This code identifies the presence of anogenital warts, which are benign epithelial growths caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) infection. These lesions can appear on the external genitalia, perineum, perianal region, or within the anus or vagina. They are typically flesh-colored, raised, and can vary in size and morphology.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of anogenital warts, also known as condyloma acuminata. This diagnosis is often made through visual inspection during a physical examination, sometimes confirmed by biopsy. It is appropriate for both initial diagnoses and follow-up encounters related to the management of these warts.

• Do not confuse with other types of warts (e.g., common warts, plantar warts), which have different ICD-10-CM codes.
• Ensure the documentation specifies the anogenital location to support this code.
• Consider sequencing this code as a primary diagnosis when the anogenital warts are the main reason for the encounter.