2025 ICD-10-CM code N98.8
(Active) Effective Date: N/A Revision Date: N/A Deletion Date: N/A Diseases of the genitourinary system - Noninflammatory disorders of female genital tract XIV Diseases of the genitourinary system Feed
Other complications associated with artificial fertilization.
Modifiers might be applicable depending on the specifics of the complication and the services provided. Consult current modifier guidelines.
The medical necessity for coding N98.8 is established by the presence of a documented complication directly attributable to the artificial fertilization procedure.The complication must be clinically significant and require additional treatment or management beyond the standard IVF procedure.Justification for the code relies on the supporting medical documentation.
The clinical responsibility for coding N98.8 rests with the physician or qualified healthcare professional who manages the patient's care and documents the specific complications arising from artificial fertilization procedures.Accurate documentation is critical for appropriate code assignment.
In simple words: This code is for unexpected problems that happen after procedures to help people get pregnant.
This ICD-10-CM code classifies other complications that arise in connection with artificial fertilization procedures.It encompasses any adverse events or issues not otherwise specified within the ICD-10-CM coding system that occur as a consequence of assisted reproductive technology interventions.
Example 1: A 35-year-old female patient undergoing in-vitro fertilization (IVF) experiences ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) following the retrieval procedure.This complication, while not explicitly listed as a specific code, would be appropriately coded as N98.8, as it represents an adverse event following artificial fertilization., A patient undergoing a gamete intrafallopian transfer (GIFT) procedure develops a pelvic infection requiring antibiotic treatment.This post-procedural infection, not specifically categorized elsewhere, would fall under N98.8., A 40-year-old woman experiences ectopic pregnancy following IVF. While ectopic pregnancy has its own codes, if the ectopic pregnancy is directly related to and caused by the IVF procedure,N98.8 can be used as an additional code to capture the complication of IVF.
Detailed medical records are essential for correct coding. These should include:* Comprehensive documentation of the artificial fertilization procedure performed.* Thorough description of the complication encountered, including onset, symptoms, treatment, and outcome.* Supporting laboratory results, imaging studies, or other diagnostic tests relevant to the complication.* Complete patient history relevant to the complication.
** This code is intended for residual or unexpected problems that develop after procedures aimed at artificial fertilization.Precise documentation is paramount for accurate coding.If any uncertainty exists, consult current coding guidelines or expert opinion to ensure proper classification.
- Payment Status: Active
- Specialties:Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Place of Service:Office, Hospital, Outpatient Center