Cellulitis of corpus cavernosum and penis

This code represents an acute bacterial infection of the soft tissues of the corpus cavernosum and/or the shaft of the penis. It involves inflammation of the dermal and subcutaneous layers, often presenting with redness, swelling, warmth, and tenderness of the penile structures. This condition can be a serious infection requiring prompt medical attention.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of cellulitis specifically affecting the corpus cavernosum or other parts of the penile shaft. Supporting documentation should include physician notes detailing the location of the infection, signs of inflammation, and a confirmed diagnosis of cellulitis. This code is appropriate for both initial and subsequent encounters for this condition.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "cellulitis" and not another type of penile inflammation or infection (e.g., balanitis).
• Do not use this code for abscess formation; a separate code for penile abscess would be more appropriate.
• 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-morbidity.