Find comprehensive information on Genital Wart diagnosis, including clinical documentation, ICD-10 codes (A63.0, A63.8), medical coding guidelines, HPV infection, condyloma acuminata, and treatment options. Learn about proper healthcare documentation for genital warts, relevant medical terminology, and clinical findings for accurate diagnosis and billing. This resource provides essential information for healthcare professionals, coders, and patients seeking to understand Genital Wart diagnosis and management.
Also known as
Anogenital warts
Venereal warts in the anogenital region.
Viral warts
Warts caused by various viral infections.
Infections of the genitourinary tract
Various infections affecting the genital and urinary systems.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the genital wart confirmed?
Yes
Anogenital (perianal/anal) location?
No
Do not code A63.0, query physician for clarification
When to use each related code
| Description |
|---|
| Genital warts |
| Molluscum contagiosum |
| Condyloma lata |
Using unspecified codes like A63.0 when a more specific location is documented leads to lower reimbursement and data inaccuracy. Impacts quality reporting.
Coding genital warts without correlating HPV type (e.g., B97.7) if documented creates compliance issues and inaccurate clinical data.
Failing to add external cause codes (V01-Y99) when applicable, such as during screening, misses valuable data for injury prevention.
Patient presents with complaints consistent with genital warts, also known as condylomata acuminata or anogenital warts. Examination reveals flesh-colored, pink, or brown papules or plaques in the genital area. Lesions are described as exophytic, verrucous, or cauliflower-like in appearance. Locations of lesions include the penis, scrotum, vulva, perineum, anus, or perianal region. Patient reports symptoms may include itching, burning, discomfort, or bleeding. Differential diagnosis includes molluscum contagiosum, seborrheic keratosis, and squamous cell carcinoma. Diagnosis of genital warts is confirmed by visual inspection and may be supported by acetic acid application, biopsy, or HPV DNA testing. Patient education provided regarding sexually transmitted infections, HPV, and transmission prevention. Treatment options discussed include topical medications such as imiquimod or podofilox, cryotherapy, surgical excision, or electrocautery. The patient's understanding of risks, benefits, and alternatives to treatment was confirmed. Follow-up appointment scheduled for reassessment and treatment continuation as needed. ICD-10 code A63.0 assigned. Procedure codes for treatment will be determined at the time of the procedure.