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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Venereal Disease

ICD-10 Coding for Venereal Disease

A56.00
Z11.3

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for venereal disease includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Sexually Transmitted Infection
STI
Sexually Transmitted Disease
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Venereal Disease

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Venereal Disease

Use ICD-10 code A56.00 for chlamydial infection of lower genitourinary tract, unspecified, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Chlamydial infection of lower genitourinary tract, unspecified

Billable Code
A56.00
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of dysuria and abnormal discharge with positive NAAT for Chlamydia trachomatis.

Applicable To

  • • Chlamydia trachomatis infection

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laboratory confirmation before coding as A56.00.

Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

Billable Code
Z11.3
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z72.51

High-risk sexual behavior

Use to indicate risk factors when coding for STI screening or confirmed infections.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for venereal disease screening?

The ICD-10 code for screening for venereal diseases is Z11.3, used for asymptomatic patients undergoing routine STI testing.

When should Z11.3 be used?

Z11.3 should be used for routine STI screenings in asymptomatic patients. It is not appropriate for confirmed infections or symptomatic cases.

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  • • Patient asymptomatic and undergoing routine screening.
  • Applicable To

    • • Routine STI screening

    Important Notes

    • • Do not use if an infection is confirmed; switch to the specific infection code.