Obstructed labor due to malposition and malpresentation of fetus
Chapter 15:Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium
ICD-10 O64 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of obstructed labor due to malposition and malpresentation of fetus.
Obstructed labor due to malposition and malpresentation of the fetus, classified under ICD-10 code O64, refers to labor complications arising when the fetus is positioned in a way that obstructs the birth canal. This can include various malpositions such as breech or transverse lie, and malpresentations like face or brow presentation. These conditions can lead to prolonged labor, increased risk of cesarean delivery, and potential harm to both the mother and the fetus. Understanding these conditions is crucial for healthcare providers to manage labor effectively and ensure safe delivery 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
O64 includes obstructed labor due to various malpositions such as breech, transverse lie, and malpresentations like face or brow presentation.
O64 codes should be used when there is documented obstructed labor specifically attributed to fetal malposition or malpresentation during labor.
Documentation must include details on the fetal position, any interventions taken, and the outcomes of the labor process to support the use of O64 codes.
