Short answer · Medically reviewed summary · Last updated: 2023-07-10
Granuloma inguinale, also known as Donovanosis, is a rare sexually transmitted bacterial infection caused by the bacterium Klebsiella granulomatis. It primarily affects the genital and perineal regions, leading to the development of characteristic painless ulcers that can be destructive if left untreated. In the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10), granuloma inguinale is assigned the code A58.
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ICD10 code of Granuloma Inguinale / Donovanosis and ICD9 code
ICD-10 and ICD-9 codes for Granuloma Inguinale / Donovanosis, with classification details for clinicians, coders and patients.
Granuloma inguinale, also known as Donovanosis, is a rare sexually transmitted bacterial infection caused by the bacterium Klebsiella granulomatis. It primarily affects the genital and perineal regions, leading to the development of characteristic painless ulcers that can be destructive if left untreated.
In the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10), granuloma inguinale is assigned the code A58. This code falls under the chapter "Certain infectious and parasitic diseases" and specifically the section for "Other sexually transmitted diseases (A50-A64)". The code A58 is used to identify and classify cases of granuloma inguinale for healthcare providers and researchers.
In the previous version, the International Classification of Diseases, 9th Revision (ICD-9), granuloma inguinale was assigned the code 099.3. This code was used to capture cases of granuloma inguinale before the implementation of ICD-10.
It is important to note that accurate coding and classification of diseases, such as granuloma inguinale, is crucial for effective disease monitoring, epidemiological studies, and appropriate medical interventions. Healthcare professionals rely on these codes to ensure accurate documentation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients.
In the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10), granuloma inguinale is assigned the code A58. This code falls under the chapter "Certain infectious and parasitic diseases" and specifically the section for "Other sexually transmitted diseases (A50-A64)". The code A58 is used to identify and classify cases of granuloma inguinale for healthcare providers and researchers.
In the previous version, the International Classification of Diseases, 9th Revision (ICD-9), granuloma inguinale was assigned the code 099.3. This code was used to capture cases of granuloma inguinale before the implementation of ICD-10.
It is important to note that accurate coding and classification of diseases, such as granuloma inguinale, is crucial for effective disease monitoring, epidemiological studies, and appropriate medical interventions. Healthcare professionals rely on these codes to ensure accurate documentation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients.
Author: DiseaseMaps Editorial Team
Reviewed against authoritative medical sources (NIH GARD, Orphanet, OMIM)
Last updated: 2023-07-10
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