Gonococcal infection, unspecified

This code signifies a gonococcal infection where the specific site or manifestation of the infection is not documented or is unknown. It indicates the presence of Neisseria gonorrhoeae as the causative agent without further detail regarding the affected body system (e.g., genitourinary, pharyngeal, rectal).

Use this code when the medical record confirms a diagnosis of gonorrhea but lacks specificity regarding the anatomical location or clinical presentation. This often occurs when initial lab results confirm N. gonorrhoeae but a definitive site diagnosis has not yet been established or documented.

• Avoid using this code if a more specific site of infection (e.g., cervicitis, urethritis, pharyngitis) is documented.
• Always review the entire medical record for additional details that might allow for a more precise gonococcal infection code.
• This code should be a last resort when no other specific gonococcal infection code can be assigned.