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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Retroplacental Hematoma

ICD-10 Coding for Retroplacental Hematoma

O45.8X
O45.9

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for retroplacental hematoma includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Placental Abruption
Premature Separation of Placenta
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Retroplacental Hematoma

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Retroplacental Hematoma

Use ICD-10 code O45.8X for other premature separation of placenta, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Other premature separation of placenta

Non-Billable
O45.8X
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of vaginal bleeding and uterine tenderness
documentation:
  • • Ultrasound confirmation of retroplacental hematoma

Applicable To

  • • Acute abruption with retroplacental hematoma

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'retroplacental' to avoid confusion with other hematoma types.

Unspecified premature separation of placenta

Non-Billable
O45.9
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Asymptomatic with incidental ultrasound finding

Applicable To

  • • Chronic or indeterminate hematoma

Important Notes

  • • Requires confirmation of abruption mechanism for accurate coding.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

D65

Disseminated intravascular coagulation [DIC]

Use when coagulopathy is present with the hematoma.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for retroplacental hematoma?

The ICD-10 code for retroplacental hematoma is O45.8X, used for acute cases with specific symptoms like vaginal bleeding and uterine tenderness.

How is retroplacental hematoma documented?

Document retroplacental hematoma by specifying location, size, and associated findings such as maternal surface indentation and intravillous hemorrhage.

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