2025 ICD-10-CM code O88.2
Obstetric thromboembolism. This code is used to indicate the formation of a blood clot that blocks a blood vessel in a pregnant or postpartum woman.
Medical necessity for the diagnosis and treatment of obstetric thromboembolism is established by the presence of objective findings such as imaging studies confirming DVT or PE in a pregnant or postpartum woman.The medical record should clearly document the signs, symptoms, and diagnostic results supporting the diagnosis.
The physician is responsible for diagnosing and managing obstetric thromboembolism. This includes assessing risk factors, ordering appropriate diagnostic tests (e.g., ultrasound, D-dimer), and initiating treatment such as anticoagulation therapy. Close monitoring of the patient's condition is essential. The physician should also educate the patient about the signs and symptoms of thromboembolism and the importance of follow-up care.
- Chapter 15: Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium (O00-O9A)
- O88 - Obstetric embolismO88.2 - Obstetric thromboembolism O88.21 - Thromboembolism in pregnancy O88.22 - Thromboembolism in childbirth O88.23 - Thromboembolism in the puerperium
In simple words: This code refers to a blood clot that forms in a blood vessel during or after pregnancy. This blood clot can be dangerous if it travels to the lungs.
Obstetric thromboembolism encompasses thromboembolic events occurring during pregnancy, childbirth, or the puerperium.It includes conditions such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) arising in the context of pregnancy or the postpartum period.
Example 1: A woman in her third trimester develops swelling and pain in her leg. An ultrasound confirms deep vein thrombosis (DVT).She is diagnosed with obstetric thromboembolism and started on anticoagulant therapy., During labor, a woman experiences sudden shortness of breath and chest pain. A CT scan reveals a pulmonary embolism (PE).This is diagnosed as obstetric thromboembolism and she is treated with anticoagulants., Two weeks postpartum, a woman presents with persistent calf pain and tenderness.A Doppler ultrasound shows DVT, and she is diagnosed with obstetric thromboembolism and managed accordingly.
Documentation should include evidence of thromboembolism (e.g., imaging studies, Doppler ultrasound findings), the relationship to pregnancy or the puerperium, and the treatment plan. Relevant clinical findings such as swelling, pain, and shortness of breath should also be documented.
- Specialties:Obstetrics and Gynecology, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine
- Place of Service:Inpatient Hospital, On Campus-Outpatient Hospital, Off Campus-Outpatient Hospital, Office, Home