Screening examination for venereal disease

This code signifies a screening encounter for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), also known as venereal diseases. It is used when a patient presents for testing without exhibiting any signs, symptoms, or known exposure to an STI. The purpose is early detection in asymptomatic individuals.

Apply this code when a patient undergoes routine STI screening as part of a general health check-up, pre-marital screening, or during pregnancy without any specific concerns. It is also appropriate for public health initiatives aimed at identifying asymptomatic carriers.

• Do not use this code if the patient has symptoms or a confirmed diagnosis of an STI; instead, code the specific STI.
• This code should be a secondary diagnosis if other screening examinations are performed during the same encounter.
• Ensure supporting documentation clearly indicates the screening nature of the visit and absence of symptoms.