A56.19
BillableOther chlamydial genitourinary infection
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
This code describes a sexually transmitted infection caused by chlamydia bacteria affecting the genital or urinary system that doesn't fit into other specific chlamydial categories. It represents various chlamydial infections of the reproductive and urinary tract organs.
Coding Tips
- •Use this code only when the chlamydial infection site is documented but doesn't match more specific codes like cervicitis (A56.01), urethritis (A56.01), or proctitis (A56.3)
- •Always verify if the patient has been tested and confirmed positive for chlamydia, and document the specific anatomical site affected to ensure accurate coding
Code Hierarchy
└A56Other sexually transmitted chlamydial diseases└A56.1Chlamydial infection of pelviperitoneum and other genitourinary organs└A56.19Other chlamydial genitourinary infection
└A56.19Other chlamydial genitourinary infection