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2025 ICD-10-CM code O32.2XX1

This code signifies maternal care provided due to a transverse or oblique lie of the fetus (first fetus).

This code is for use only on maternal records, not on newborn records.It should be used only when the transverse or oblique lie is a reason for maternal care, and not to describe the malpresentation itself. Use additional codes from category Z3A to specify the week of gestation if known.

Modifiers may apply depending on the circumstances and the procedures performed.Consult the appropriate coding guidelines for guidance.

Medical necessity is established by the presence of a transverse or oblique fetal lie, which increases the risk of complications during labor and delivery, potentially necessitating intervention such as Cesarean section to ensure the safety of the mother and baby. The decision for Cesarean section, for example, needs to be documented based on clinical findings and risk assessment.

The clinical responsibility lies with the obstetrician or other qualified healthcare professional managing the pregnancy. This includes monitoring the fetal position, determining the appropriate mode of delivery, and providing necessary prenatal and intrapartum care to ensure maternal and fetal well-being.

IMPORTANT:Related codes within the O32 category include codes for other types of fetal malpresentations (e.g., breech, face, brow, chin presentations), as well as codes for unstable lie.If obstructed labor occurs due to the malpresentation, codes from category O64 should be used.Codes from category Z3A may be used additionally to specify the gestational week.

In simple words: This code is used when a mother receives medical care because her baby isn't positioned head-down in her uterus.It's used only if it's the first baby in a multiple pregnancy.

ICD-10-CM code O32.2XX1, "Maternal care for transverse and oblique lie, fetus 1," is used to classify maternal care provided for a pregnancy where the fetus is positioned transversely or obliquely in the uterus.This code is specifically for the first fetus in multiple gestations.The care may involve observation, hospitalization, other obstetric interventions, or Cesarean delivery before the onset of labor.It indicates the malpresentation as the reason for the medical care given to the mother, not complications arising from the malpresentation itself.This code should only be applied to maternal records.

Example 1: A 35-year-old woman at 38 weeks gestation presents for a routine prenatal visit. Ultrasound reveals a transverse lie of the fetus.The patient is admitted for observation and preparation for a planned Cesarean section., A 28-year-old pregnant woman with twins at 36 weeks gestation is admitted to the hospital due to a transverse lie of the first fetus. The medical team monitors the fetal heart rates closely and performs a Cesarean delivery given the malpresentation., A 40-year-old woman at 39 weeks gestation with a previous history of Cesarean section, presents with a transverse lie of the first fetus during a routine ultrasound scan. The patient is scheduled for a repeat Cesarean section.

Complete obstetrical history, including previous pregnancies and deliveries.Ultrasound reports showing fetal position (transverse or oblique lie).Physician's notes documenting the decision for management strategy (observation, Cesarean section, etc.).Delivery records (if applicable).

** The "XX" in the code represents the unspecified additional character for laterality of the fetus.The '1' specifies it is the first fetus if multiple fetuses are present.Always verify that the chosen code aligns with the documentation to ensure accurate billing and coding practices.

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