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ICD-10 CodesO26.619

O26.619

Billable

Liver and biliary tract disorders in pregnancy, unspecified trimester

BILLABLE STATUSYes
IMPLEMENTATION DATEOctober 1, 2015
LAST UPDATED09/08/2025

Code Description

ICD-10 O26.619 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of liver and biliary tract disorders in pregnancy, unspecified trimester.

Key Diagnostic Point:

Liver and biliary tract disorders during pregnancy can encompass a range of conditions that may complicate maternal health and fetal development. These disorders include cholestasis of pregnancy, intrahepatic cholestasis, and other liver dysfunctions that can manifest during any trimester. Symptoms may include jaundice, pruritus, and abdominal pain, which necessitate careful monitoring and management. The impact of liver disorders on pregnancy can lead to increased risks for both the mother and the fetus, including preterm labor, fetal distress, and potential need for early delivery. Management often involves a multidisciplinary approach, including obstetricians, hepatologists, and maternal-fetal medicine specialists, to ensure optimal outcomes. The unspecified trimester designation indicates that the exact timing of the disorder's onset is not documented, which can complicate treatment decisions and coding accuracy.

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity

Complexity Factors

  • Variability in clinical presentation and severity of liver disorders.
  • Need for multidisciplinary management involving various specialties.
  • Potential overlap with other pregnancy-related conditions.
  • Documentation requirements for specifying trimester and severity.

Audit Risk Factors

  • Inadequate documentation of liver function tests.
  • Failure to specify the trimester of onset.
  • Misclassification of liver disorders as unrelated to pregnancy.
  • Lack of clarity in the management plan documented.

Specialty Focus

Medical Specialties

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Documentation Requirements

Detailed documentation of liver function tests, symptoms, and management plans.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Pregnant patients presenting with jaundice or pruritus requiring evaluation for cholestasis.

Billing Considerations

Ensure accurate coding of trimester and severity to reflect the complexity of care.

Maternal-Fetal Medicine

Documentation Requirements

Comprehensive documentation of high-risk factors and multidisciplinary care plans.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Management of pregnancies complicated by severe liver dysfunction requiring close monitoring.

Billing Considerations

Focus on fetal monitoring and potential interventions based on liver function.

Coding Guidelines

Inclusion Criteria

Use O26.619 When
  • Follow official ICD
  • 10 guidelines for coding liver disorders in pregnancy, ensuring accurate documentation of trimester and associated symptoms
  • Utilize additional codes for any co
  • existing conditions

Exclusion Criteria

Do NOT use O26.619 When
No specific exclusions found.

Related ICD-10 Codes

Related CPT Codes

99223CPT Code

Initial hospital care, typically 70 minutes or more

Clinical Scenario

Used for inpatient management of severe liver disorders in pregnancy.

Documentation Requirements

Detailed history, examination, and management plan.

Specialty Considerations

Obstetricians should document the complexity of care provided.

ICD-10 Impact

Diagnostic & Documentation Impact

Enhanced Specificity

ICD-10 Improvements

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of liver disorders in pregnancy, improving the accuracy of data collection and reimbursement processes. It emphasizes the importance of documenting the trimester and severity of conditions.

ICD-9 vs ICD-10

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of liver disorders in pregnancy, improving the accuracy of data collection and reimbursement processes. It emphasizes the importance of documenting the trimester and severity of conditions.

Reimbursement & Billing Impact

reimbursement processes. It emphasizes the importance of documenting the trimester and severity of conditions.

Resources

Clinical References

  • •
    American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)

Coding & Billing References

  • •
    American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the common liver disorders that can occur during pregnancy?

Common liver disorders include intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy, acute fatty liver of pregnancy, and hepatitis. Each condition requires specific management and coding considerations.