High risk homosexual behavior

This code identifies individuals who engage in sexual behaviors with partners of the same sex that carry an elevated risk for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV. It indicates a behavioral risk factor rather than an active infection or a specific sexual orientation.

Apply this code when documentation explicitly states high-risk homosexual behavior, often identified during health screenings, counseling sessions, or risk assessments. It is used to capture a patient's risk profile for public health surveillance and to guide preventive care.

• This code is for risk factor documentation, not for active STI diagnoses.
• Ensure the medical record clearly supports "high risk" behavior, not just homosexual activity.
• Do not use this code as a primary diagnosis unless no other more specific condition is identified.