Abn microbiolog find in specmn from female genital organs

This code indicates the presence of unusual or pathogenic microorganisms identified through laboratory analysis of samples taken from a female's reproductive tract. These findings are considered abnormal and suggest an infection or other pathological process, rather than normal flora or colonization.

Use this code when laboratory results from cervical, vaginal, endometrial, or other female genital organ specimens reveal abnormal microbiological findings, such as the isolation of a specific pathogen (e.g., Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Group B Streptococcus in non-pregnant women, or significant overgrowth of certain bacteria). Documentation must clearly state the abnormal finding from a specimen culture, PCR, or other microbiological test.

• Do not use this code for asymptomatic colonization (e.g., normal vaginal flora or GBS in pregnant women without infection), which is coded with Z22.-.
• Always sequence a definitive diagnosis code for the infection (e.g., cervicitis, vaginitis) first, if known, with this code as a secondary diagnosis to specify the abnormal finding.
• Ensure documentation specifies the source of the specimen (e.g., vaginal swab, cervical smear) and the abnormal microbiological result.