A56.00
BillableChlamydial infection of lower genitourinary tract, unspecified
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A bacterial infection caused by Chlamydia trachomatis affecting the lower genital and urinary organs, such as the urethra, bladder, or reproductive structures. This code is used when the specific site of infection is not documented or identified.
Coding Tips
- •Query the provider if documentation specifies the exact site (urethra, cervix, prostate, etc.) as more specific codes (A56.01-A56.09) may be more appropriate and provide better clinical detail
- •Verify that the infection is confirmed as chlamydial through laboratory testing; do not code suspected or presumed chlamydia without diagnostic confirmation
Code Hierarchy
└A56Other sexually transmitted chlamydial diseases└A56.0Chlamydial infection of lower genitourinary tract└A56.00Chlamydial infection of lower genitourinary tract, unspecified
└A56.00Chlamydial infection of lower genitourinary tract, unspecified