Herpesviral cervicitis

This code identifies inflammation of the uterine cervix specifically caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). It indicates a localized infection of the cervical tissue, often presenting with vesicular lesions, ulcerations, and erythema. This condition is a sexually transmitted infection.

Use this code when documentation clearly states a diagnosis of cervicitis confirmed to be due to herpesvirus. This typically follows laboratory confirmation (e.g., viral culture, PCR, or antigen detection) or a strong clinical suspicion based on characteristic lesions and patient history. It is appropriate for both primary and recurrent episodes affecting the cervix.

• Ensure documentation specifies "herpesviral" or "herpes simplex" as the causative agent for cervicitis.
• Do not confuse with non-specific cervicitis (N72) or cervicitis due to other specified organisms.
• Consider sequencing this code as the primary diagnosis if it is the reason for the encounter, or as a secondary diagnosis if it is a co-existing condition being managed.