Herpes Simplex ICD-10-CM Codes

What ICD-10 codes are used for herpes simplex?

Herpes simplex, a common viral infection characterized by painful blisters or sores, is classified by specific ICD-10-CM codes.

Here are commonly used codes for Herpes Simplex, along with brief clinical descriptions:

• B00.1 - Herpesviral vesicular dermatitis: Used for herpes simplex infection causing vesicular dermatitis (skin inflammation with blister formation).
• B00.2 - Herpesviral gingivostomatitis and pharyngotonsillitis: Utilized for herpes simplex infection affecting the gums, mouth, and throat, causing inflammation and sores.
• B00.3 - Herpesviral meningitis: Used when herpes simplex infection causes meninges (membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord) inflammation.
• B00.4 - Herpesviral encephalitis: Applied for herpes simplex infection causing brain inflammation.
• B00.50 - Herpesviral ocular disease, unspecified: Utilized when herpes simplex infection affects the eyes, causing various ocular conditions which are unspecified.
• B00.9 - Herpesviral infection, unspecified: Applied when the specific type of herpes simplex infection is not specified.

Which herpes simplex ICD codes are billable?

All listed codes above are valid and billable.

Clinical information

• Herpes simplex is a viral infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV).
• There are two types: HSV-1 (typically causes oral herpes) and HSV-2 (usually causes genital herpes).
• Symptoms include painful sores or blisters on the mouth, lips, face, or genital area.
• Herpes can be transmitted through direct contact with active sores or asymptomatic shedding.
• Diagnosis is often based on clinical presentation and confirmed through laboratory tests like PCR or viral culture.
• Antiviral medications, such as acyclovir or valacyclovir, can help manage symptoms and reduce outbreaks' frequency and duration.
• Education on safe sexual practices, condom use, and disclosing the infection to sexual partners is essential.
• Herpes is a lifelong infection; while treatment can alleviate symptoms, there is no cure.
• Regular medical follow-up and management are important, especially for individuals with recurrent outbreaks.
• Healthcare practitioners should provide counseling and support to individuals with herpes to address physical and emotional aspects of the condition.

Synonyms include

• Cold sores
• Fever blisters
• Genital herpes
• Oral herpes
• Herpes labialis
• Herpesviral, herpes simplex infections
• Congenital herpesviral infections
• Anogenital herpesviral infection