2025 ICD-10-CM code O22.21
Superficial thrombophlebitis in pregnancy, first trimester.
Treatment of superficial thrombophlebitis during pregnancy is considered medically necessary to prevent potential complications such as deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism.
Diagnosis and management of superficial thrombophlebitis during pregnancy, including assessment of risk factors, providing appropriate treatment and monitoring for complications.
- Chapter 15: Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium
- O22.2 Superficial thrombophlebitis in pregnancy O22.20 Superficial thrombophlebitis in pregnancy, unspecified trimester O22.21 Superficial thrombophlebitis in pregnancy, first trimester O22.22 Superficial thrombophlebitis in pregnancy, second trimester O22.23 Superficial thrombophlebitis in pregnancy, third trimester
In simple words: This code indicates a blood clot in a vein close to the skin's surface in a pregnant woman during the first three months of pregnancy.
This code describes a condition where there is inflammation and clot formation in the superficial veins of a pregnant woman during her first trimester (less than 14 weeks).
Example 1: A pregnant woman at 10 weeks gestation presents with pain, redness, and swelling in a superficial vein in her leg. Diagnosis of superficial thrombophlebitis is confirmed, and she is treated with warm compresses and elevation of the affected limb., A pregnant woman at 12 weeks gestation with a history of varicose veins develops superficial thrombophlebitis in her left leg during a prolonged car trip., A 35-year-old pregnant woman at 8 weeks gestation presents with localized pain, tenderness, and redness along a superficial vein in her right lower extremity.Ultrasound confirms the diagnosis of superficial thrombophlebitis.
Documentation should include location and laterality of the thrombophlebitis, presence of any associated symptoms (e.g., pain, swelling, redness, warmth), and treatment provided.
** This code is to be used only on the maternal record, never on the newborn record.
- Payment Status: Active
- Specialties:Obstetrics and Gynecology, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Family Medicine
- Place of Service:Office, Inpatient Hospital, Outpatient Hospital, etc.