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ICD-10 Coding for Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2(A60.01, A60.0, A60.04)

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Comprehensive guide on ICD-10 coding for HSV-2, including documentation requirements, code relationships, and common pitfalls.

Also known as:
Genital HerpesHSV-2
Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2

A00-B99Primary Range

Certain infectious and parasitic diseases

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Code Comparison: When to Use Each Code

Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection

CodeDescription
A60.01Herpesviral infection of penis
A60.04Herpesviral vulvovaginitis
Primary ICD-10-CM Codes
Herpesviral infection of penis
A60.01Billable
Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Herpesviral vesicular dermatitisB00.1
Herpesviral gingivostomatitis and pharyngotonsillitisB00.2

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2.

Not specifying HSV type in documentation

Impact

Clinical: May affect treatment decisions., Regulatory: Non-compliance with documentation standards., Financial: Potential claim denials.

Mitigation

Always document HSV type when known, Use specific codes for genital vs. non-genital

Using B00 codes for genital herpes cases

Impact

Reimbursement: Incorrect coding can lead to denied claims., Compliance: Non-compliance with ICD-10 guidelines., Data Quality: Inaccurate clinical data representation.

Mitigation

Use A60 codes for genital herpes infections.

Incorrect code usage

Impact

Using B00 codes for genital herpes cases.

Mitigation

Educate staff on correct code usage for genital herpes.

Frequently Asked Questions

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