2025 ICD-10-CM code T48.0
Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of oxytocic drugs.
Medical necessity for the use of an oxytocic drug should be clearly documented in the patient's record. This includes the clinical indication for use (e.g. inducing or augmenting labor, postpartum hemorrhage control).Any adverse effects and subsequent management should also be documented to justify the medical necessity of the treatment provided.
The clinician is responsible for correctly identifying the cause of the poisoning or adverse effect. Documentation should clearly indicate the specific oxytocic drug involved. If underdosing occurred, the reason and the impact on the patient's condition must be noted.
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- Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (T07-T88)Poisoning by, adverse effects of and underdosing of drugs, medicaments and biological substances (T36-T50)
In simple words: This code represents poisoning, adverse effects, or underdosing of oxytocic drugs, which are medications used to induce labor or control bleeding after childbirth.
Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of oxytocic drugs. Excludes1: poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of estrogens, progestogens and antagonists (T38.4-T38.6)
Example 1: A pregnant woman accidentally takes an excessive dose of oxytocin, leading to uterine hyperstimulation and fetal distress., A patient experiences severe water intoxication following administration of oxytocin during labor., A patient receives an insufficient dose of an oxytocic drug postpartum, resulting in excessive bleeding.
The medical record should include:- The specific oxytocic drug involved.- The dosage taken (in cases of poisoning or underdosing).- The route of administration.- The time of exposure or administration.- Detailed signs and symptoms related to the poisoning or adverse effect.- Treatment provided.- Patient's response to treatment.
- Specialties:Obstetrics and Gynecology, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Emergency Medicine
- Place of Service:Inpatient Hospital, Birthing Center, Outpatient Hospital, Office