A18.16

What This Code Means

This is a tuberculosis infection that affects the cervix, which is the lower part of the uterus. It is a form of extrapulmonary tuberculosis that occurs outside the lungs.

Coding Tips

• •Verify that the documentation specifically identifies tuberculosis of the cervix rather than other genital TB sites (such as endometrium or fallopian tubes), as each has a distinct code
• •Ensure the patient has a confirmed TB diagnosis and that this is not just a suspected or ruled-out condition; also check if drug resistance status should be coded separately