Non-specific code 2015 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 601
Inflammatory diseases of prostate
  • 2015
  • Non-Billable Code

  • There are 7 ICD-9-CM codes below 601 that define this diagnosis in greater detail. Do not use this code on a reimbursement claim.
Clinical Information
  • An infectious or non-infectious inflammatory process affecting the prostate gland
  • Infiltration of inflammatory cells into the parenchyma of prostate. The subtypes are classified by their varied laboratory analysis, clinical presentation and response to treatment
  • Inflammation of the prostate
  • Inflammation of the prostate gland
  • Prostatitis: inflammation of the prostate, appreciated clinically as an enlarged, soft or tender prostate. Prostatic secretions contain large numbers of leukocytes
Use Additional
  • Use additional code to identify organism, such as Staphylococcus (041.1), or Streptococcus (041.0)
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