Acute salpingitis

This code represents an acute inflammatory condition affecting the fallopian tube(s). It is typically caused by an ascending infection, often bacterial, leading to sudden onset of pelvic pain, fever, and purulent discharge.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of acute inflammation of the fallopian tube(s). This diagnosis is often supported by clinical findings such as acute pelvic pain, tenderness on bimanual examination, fever, and elevated inflammatory markers.

• Differentiate from chronic salpingitis (N70.1-) which implies a longer-standing or recurrent inflammatory process.
• Always look for documentation specifying laterality (e.g., right, left, bilateral) if available, as more specific codes exist.
• Consider co-reporting with codes for underlying infectious agents (e.g., Chlamydia, Gonorrhea) if identified and documented.