2025 ICD-10-CM code Z34.83
Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, third trimester.
Routine prenatal care is considered medically necessary to ensure the health of the mother and fetus.
The provider is responsible for performing a routine prenatal examination, including checking the mother's vital signs, weight, and fetal heart rate.They may also perform other tests as needed, such as urine tests or blood tests.The provider should also provide education and counseling to the patient regarding pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care.
In simple words: Regular checkup for a normal pregnancy (not the first pregnancy) during the last three months.
This code is used for encounters with health services for the supervision of a normal pregnancy in the third trimester, excluding the first pregnancy.It is used when the pregnancy is progressing normally and there are no complications.
Example 1: A 30-year-old female, G2P1, presents for a routine prenatal check-up at 30 weeks gestation. The pregnancy is progressing normally, and she has no complaints. The physician documents a normal fetal heart rate and fundal height, and the patient is given instructions on prenatal care., A 25-year-old female presents for her third-trimester prenatal visit.She had an uncomplicated vaginal delivery 2 years prior.Today's exam is unremarkable., A 35-year-old female presents for a prenatal visit at 36 weeks gestation.This is her second pregnancy; the first resulted in a cesarean section. The patient reports feeling well. The physician performs a routine examination, and everything is normal. The patient is scheduled for a repeat cesarean section in 4 weeks.
Documentation should include the patient's gestational age, vital signs, weight, fetal heart rate, and fundal height. Any additional tests performed or education provided should also be documented.
** This code is for pregnancies after the first pregnancy.For supervision of the first normal pregnancy, use Z34.0-.For encounters related to high-risk pregnancies, use codes O09.-.
- Specialties:Obstetrics and Gynecology, Family Medicine, Midwifery
- Place of Service:Office, Outpatient Hospital