2025 ICD-10-CM code A60.01
Herpesviral infection of the penis.
Medical necessity is established by the presence of signs and symptoms consistent with genital herpes, positive laboratory testing, or a history of recurrent outbreaks.
Diagnosis is based on patient history, physical examination, blood tests, viral culture, and PCR. Treatment includes antiviral medications (oral and topical) and pain management.Long-term suppressive therapy may be necessary.
- Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
- Infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission (A50-A64)
In simple words: This code indicates a herpes infection of the penis.Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). It can cause painful sores and blisters, but some people have no symptoms.
This code represents a herpesviral infection specifically affecting the penis. It is primarily caused by herpes simplex virus 2 (HSV-2), but can also be caused by herpes simplex virus 1 (HSV-1). Symptoms can range from asymptomatic to painful vesicular or ulcerative lesions, along with fever, localized swelling, and painful urination.
Example 1: A 25-year-old male presents with painful blisters and ulcers on his penis.Diagnosis of herpesviral infection is confirmed by viral culture., A 30-year-old male reports a history of genital herpes. He is currently asymptomatic but seeks suppressive therapy to prevent recurrences., A male patient is screened for STIs and tests positive for HSV-2, despite being asymptomatic.
Documentation should include patient history, physical exam findings (presence of lesions, location, etc.), laboratory results (viral culture, PCR), and treatment plan.
- Payment Status: Active
- Specialties:Urology, Infectious Disease, Family Medicine
- Place of Service:Office, Outpatient Hospital, Telehealth Provided in Patient’s Home