A55
Billable

Chlamydial lymphogranuloma (venereum)

Billable / Specific Code

What is Chlamydial lymphogranuloma (venereum)?

ICD-10-CM A55 is the diagnosis code for Chlamydial lymphogranuloma (venereum). 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 billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for A55

✅ This Code Includes

  • Climatic or tropical bubo
  • Durand-Nicolas-Favre disease
  • Esthiomene
  • Lymphogranuloma inguinale

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where A55 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is A55 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, A55 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does A55 mean?

A55 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Chlamydial lymphogranuloma (venereum)". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is A55 in?

A55 is located in Section A50-A64 — "Infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission" within Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use A55?

Use A55 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Chlamydial lymphogranuloma (venereum)" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Chlamydial lymphogranuloma (venereum)?

The ICD-10-CM code for Chlamydial lymphogranuloma (venereum) is A55.

Can A55 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, A55 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is A55 in?

A55 is in Chapter 1 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is A55 valid for 2026?

Yes, A55 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
A55
Chlamydial lymphogranuloma (venereum)
Billable / Specific Code
1 — Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
A50-A64 — Infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
2026 ICD-10-CM