In simple words: This code indicates that the mother experienced lung problems due to anesthesia administered during labor and delivery.

This code describes a complication arising from the administration of general, regional, or local anesthetic, analgesic, or other sedation during labor and delivery resulting in a pulmonary complication not otherwise specified.

Example 1: A pregnant woman undergoing a C-section develops pulmonary edema after receiving general anesthesia., A woman receiving an epidural for pain management during labor experiences respiratory depression., A woman develops a post-operative pneumonia following a C-section, which is attributed to the general anesthesia administered during the procedure. The pneumonia would be coded separately, with O74.1 capturing the anesthesia-related pulmonary complication.

Documentation should clearly link the pulmonary complication to the anesthesia administered during labor and delivery. Details about the type of anesthesia used, the onset of pulmonary symptoms, and any treatment provided should be included.The specific pulmonary complication (e.g., pulmonary edema, respiratory depression) should also be documented.