2025 ICD-10-CM code Z34
Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy
Routine prenatal care is considered medically necessary to ensure the health of both the mother and the developing fetus. Regular monitoring and early detection of potential complications can lead to timely interventions and improved outcomes.
The physician is responsible for providing routine prenatal care, including monitoring the mother's health, assessing fetal development, and providing education and counseling.
- 21. Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99)
- Persons encountering health services in circumstances related to reproduction (Z30-Z3A)
In simple words: This code is used for regular checkups during a healthy pregnancy.
This code is used for encounters with a healthcare provider for the supervision of a normal pregnancy, excluding any complications.
Example 1: A pregnant woman in her second trimester visits her obstetrician for a routine prenatal checkup. She has no complications, and the pregnancy is progressing normally. The physician performs a physical exam, measures the mother's weight and blood pressure, and listens to the fetal heartbeat., A woman in her first trimester of pregnancy sees her family physician for her initial prenatal visit. She has no significant past medical history and the pregnancy appears uncomplicated. The physician orders routine prenatal lab tests and schedules her next appointment., A pregnant woman in her third trimester visits a midwife for a routine checkup. The pregnancy is progressing normally. The midwife assesses the fetal position and discusses the birthing plan with the mother.
Documentation should include details of the prenatal visit, including the mother's vital signs, fetal heart rate, fundal height measurement, any relevant findings from the physical exam, and any discussions or counseling provided. The trimester should also be documented.
- Payment Status: Active
- Specialties:Obstetrics, Family Medicine, Midwifery
- Place of Service:Office, Outpatient Hospital, Clinic