ICD-10 Code A54.83 – Gonococcal Heart Infection (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code A54.83 – Gonococcal heart infection
What it is
A54.83 identifies heart infection caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Use it when the record documents gonococcal involvement of the heart, not a general gonorrhea infection.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Findings may include evidence of cardiac infection with gonococcal disease confirmed or strongly suspected by the clinician.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents gonococcal infection affecting the heart, such as endocardial or related cardiac involvement. It is appropriate when the diagnosis is specifically stated in the chart. If the record only says gonorrhea without heart involvement, do not assign A54.83.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for uncomplicated gonorrhea or for heart disease from another cause. Check documentation if the chart does not clearly link the infection to the heart.
Coding tip
Code A54.83 only when the provider explicitly documents gonococcal heart infection; otherwise, query for clarification.