ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 796.74
Diagnosis Code: 796.74 (Raw: 79674)
Description: Papanicolaou smear of anus with high grade squamous intraepithelial lesion (HGSIL)
Classification: International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-9-CM)
Fiscal Year: 2026 Reference
CMS Section 111 Status: Valid for reporting.
Overview & Historical Usage
ICD-9-CM code 796.74 is designated for Papanicolaou smear of anus with high grade squamous intraepithelial lesion (HGSIL). While superseded by ICD-10 for current healthcare encounters, it remains a recognized reference code for CMS Section 111 reporting, legacy claims adjudication, and historical clinical data analysis.
