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Also known as
Syphilis and other treponematoses
Covers various stages of syphilis and other related infections.
Gonococcal infection
Includes infections caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacteria.
Chlamydial lymphogranuloma venereum
Refers to infections from Chlamydia trachomatis, types L1-L3.
Other chlamydial diseases
Encompasses chlamydial infections not classified elsewhere.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the STD chlamydial?
Yes
Site of infection?
No
Is the STD gonococcal?
When to use each related code
Description |
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Chlamydia infection |
Gonorrhea infection |
Syphilis infection |
Using unspecified STD codes (e.g., A64) when a more specific diagnosis is documented leads to inaccurate reporting and lost revenue.
Incorrectly coding HIV status (e.g., B20, R75) can impact quality reporting, reimbursement, and patient care.
Miscoding chlamydia (A56) and gonorrhea (A54) due to similar symptoms can skew infection rate data and treatment plans.
Patient presents with concerns regarding possible sexually transmitted infection (STI). Chief complaint includes [insert specific chief complaint, e.g., dysuria, genital discharge, pelvic pain, penile discharge, or asymptomatic presentation for screening]. Review of systems reveals [document pertinent positives and negatives related to STIs, including genitourinary symptoms, constitutional symptoms like fever or fatigue, dermatological manifestations, and any relevant past medical history of STIs]. Sexual history obtained includes number of partners, type of sexual activity, condom use, and history of prior STIs. Physical examination reveals [document relevant findings, including description of any lesions, discharge characteristics, and findings from pelvic or genital examination]. Differential diagnosis includes chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes simplex virus (HSV), human papillomavirus (HPV), trichomoniasis, and other STIs. Based on clinical presentation and risk factors, the following diagnostic tests were ordered: [list tests ordered, e.g., nucleic acid amplification test (NAAT) for chlamydia and gonorrhea, syphilis serology (RPR, VDRL), HSV PCR, HPV testing if indicated, wet mount microscopy for trichomoniasis]. Patient education provided regarding safer sex practices, partner notification, and the importance of treatment adherence. Pending test results, presumptive treatment for [specific STI if applicable] initiated with [medication name, dosage, and route of administration]. Follow-up appointment scheduled to review test results and discuss further management. ICD-10 code(s) [insert relevant ICD-10 codes] and CPT code(s) [insert relevant CPT codes for evaluation and management, procedures, and laboratory tests] will be assigned based on final diagnosis and treatment provided. Medical necessity for testing and treatment documented.