Other obstructed labor
Chapter 15:Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium
ICD-10 O66 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of other obstructed labor.
The ICD-10 code O66 refers to 'Other obstructed labor,' which encompasses various conditions that hinder the progress of labor during childbirth. This category includes instances where labor is obstructed due to factors not classified under more specific codes, such as abnormal fetal positions, maternal pelvic abnormalities, or other mechanical factors that impede delivery. Understanding the nuances of obstructed labor is crucial for healthcare providers to ensure timely intervention and appropriate management during childbirth, ultimately impacting maternal and neonatal outcomes.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
O66 includes various forms of obstructed labor that are not classified under more specific codes, such as abnormal fetal positions, maternal pelvic abnormalities, and other mechanical factors that impede delivery.
O66 codes should be used when documenting cases of obstructed labor that do not fit into more specific categories, ensuring that all relevant clinical details are captured to guide treatment and management.
Documentation for O66 should include detailed descriptions of the labor process, any identified causes of obstruction, maternal and fetal assessments, and the interventions performed to manage the obstructed labor.
