Chronic salpingitis and oophoritis

This code signifies a persistent, long-standing inflammation of the fallopian tubes (salpingitis) and ovaries (oophoritis). It represents a chronic pelvic inflammatory disease affecting these female reproductive organs, often resulting from unresolved acute infections.

Apply this code when documentation indicates a chronic inflammatory process involving both the fallopian tubes and ovaries. This typically presents with ongoing pelvic pain, dyspareunia, or infertility, and is supported by imaging findings or a history of recurrent pelvic infections.

• Differentiate from acute salpingitis and oophoritis (614.0), which describes a sudden onset infection.
• Consider sequencing this code after an underlying cause, such as a sexually transmitted infection, if documented and still active.
• Ensure the medical record explicitly states "chronic" or indicates a long-standing nature of the inflammation.