ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for vulva abscess
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Abscess (connective tissue) (embolic) (fistulous) (infective) (metastatic) (multiple) (pernicious) (pyogenic) (septic) › vulva”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding vulva abscess
The ICD-10-CM code for vulva abscess is N76.4 (Abscess of vulva).
Within N76 (other inflammation of vagina and vulva), N76.4 is specifically for abscess of vulva. Related codes cover acute vaginitis (N76.0), subacute and chronic vaginitis (N76.1), acute vulvitis (N76.2), subacute and chronic vulvitis (N76.3), ulceration of vagina (N76.5), ulceration of vulva (N76.6) and other specified inflammation of vagina and vulva (N76.8).
Use an additional code (B95-B97), to identify infectious agent.
As a secondary diagnosis it is a CC (complication or comorbidity), which can move an inpatient stay into the "with CC" MS-DRG of its family, unless the principal diagnosis excludes it.
Common questions about vulva abscess ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for vulva abscess?
- N76.4 — Abscess of vulva.
Is N76.4 billable?
- Yes. N76.4 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can N76.4 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict N76.4 as a principal diagnosis.
Is N76.4 a CC or MCC?
- N76.4 is a CC (complication or comorbidity) under MS-DRG v44.0, unless excluded by the principal diagnosis.