ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for vulva gangrene
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Gangrene, gangrenous (connective tissue) (dropsical) (dry) (moist) (skin) (ulcer) › vulva”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding vulva gangrene
The ICD-10-CM code for vulva gangrene is N76.82 (Fournier disease of vagina and vulva).
Within N76.8 (other specified inflammation of vagina and vulva), N76.82 is specifically for Fournier disease of vagina and vulva. Related codes cover mucositis (ulcerative) of vagina and vulva (N76.81) and other specified inflammation of vagina and vulva (N76.89).
Don't report N76.82 together with the conditions in its Excludes1 note: gangrene in diabetes mellitus (E08-E13 with .52).
Use an additional code (B95-B97), to identify infectious agent.
Don't confuse with (Excludes1 for N76.82)
Common questions about vulva gangrene ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for vulva gangrene?
- N76.82 — Fournier disease of vagina and vulva.
Is N76.82 billable?
- Yes. N76.82 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can N76.82 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict N76.82 as a principal diagnosis.
Is N76.82 a CC or MCC?
- No. N76.82 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.