Gonococcal female pelvic inflammatory disease
ICD-10 A54.24 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of gonococcal female pelvic inflammatory disease.
Gonococcal female pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is an infection of the female reproductive organs caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae, a sexually transmitted bacterium. PID can lead to serious complications, including infertility, ectopic pregnancy, and chronic pelvic pain if left untreated. The condition typically arises from the ascension of the bacteria from the cervix to the uterus, fallopian tubes, and surrounding tissues. Symptoms may include lower abdominal pain, fever, unusual vaginal discharge, and pain during intercourse. Diagnosis is often made through a combination of clinical evaluation, laboratory testing for gonorrhea, and imaging studies. Treatment usually involves a course of antibiotics, often requiring dual therapy to effectively eradicate the infection and prevent complications. Prompt identification and treatment are crucial, as well as contact tracing to prevent further transmission of the infection.
Detailed patient history, physical examination findings, laboratory results, and treatment plans.
Diagnosis and management of PID, treatment of STIs, and follow-up care.
Ensure accurate documentation of symptoms and treatment response to support coding.
Comprehensive documentation of infection history, laboratory tests, and treatment regimens.
Management of complex STIs, including co-infections and antibiotic resistance.
Focus on detailed lab results and patient education on STI prevention.
Used when testing for gonorrhea in patients with suspected PID.
Document the reason for testing and results.
Gynecologists should ensure thorough STI screening.
Gonococcal PID is primarily caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae, which is transmitted through sexual contact.
Diagnosis is made through clinical evaluation, laboratory testing for gonorrhea, and imaging studies to assess for pelvic inflammation.
Treatment typically involves a dual antibiotic regimen to effectively eradicate the infection and prevent complications.
