A60.1
BillableHerpesviral infection of perianal skin and rectum
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
This is a viral infection caused by herpes simplex virus that affects the skin around the anus and the rectum, causing painful blisters and sores in that area. It is a sexually transmitted infection that can cause significant discomfort and requires antiviral treatment.
Coding Tips
- •Verify documentation specifies herpesviral infection of perianal skin and/or rectum; do not use this code for other herpes locations without proper documentation
- •This code may be used with additional codes to identify the type of herpes simplex virus (HSV-1 or HSV-2) if documented, and consider adding codes for any complications such as secondary bacterial infection
Code Hierarchy
└A60Anogenital herpesviral [herpes simplex] infections└A60.1Herpesviral infection of perianal skin and rectum
└A60.1Herpesviral infection of perianal skin and rectum