PID ICD-10-CM Codes | 2025

Non-sexually transmitted causes of PID can include procedures like childbirth, miscarriage, abortion, or insertion of an intrauterine device (IUD) that introduce bacteria into the upper genital tract. Normal vaginal bacteria can also ascend and cause infection if the cervical barrier is disrupted.

No, men cannot get PID because it specifically affects the female reproductive system, including the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries. However, men can carry and transmit the bacteria that cause PID to female partners.

PID can be prevented by practicing safe sex, such as using condoms and limiting the number of sexual partners. Early testing and treatment of sexually transmitted infections also greatly reduce the risk of developing PID.