ICD-10-CM A54 is the diagnosis code for Gonococcal infection. This code falls under the section "Infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission" within Chapter 1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.
Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.
Understanding where A54 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, A54 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
A54 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Gonococcal infection". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
A54 is located in Section A50-A64 — "Infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
A54 has 9 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: A54.0, A54.1, A54.2, A54.3, A54.4 and more.
Use A54 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Gonococcal infection" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Gonococcal infection is A54.
No, A54 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
A54 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, A54 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.