R87.821
BillableVaginal low risk human papillomavirus (HPV) DNA test positive
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A positive test result for low-risk types of human papillomavirus (HPV) DNA detected in a vaginal sample, typically associated with benign genital changes.
Coding Tips
- •Confirm the specimen source is vaginal, not cervical, to select the correct code
- •Low-risk HPV results generally have a better prognosis than high-risk types but should still be monitored
Code Hierarchy
└R87Abnormal findings in specimens from female genital organs└R87.8Other abnormal findings in specimens from female genital organs└R87.82Low risk human papillomavirus (HPV) DNA test positive from female genital organs└R87.821Vaginal low risk human papillomavirus (HPV) DNA test positive
└R87.821Vaginal low risk human papillomavirus (HPV) DNA test positive