Single liveborn infant, delivered vaginally
ICD-10 Z38.00 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of single liveborn infant, delivered vaginally.
Z38.00 is used to indicate a single liveborn infant who has been delivered vaginally. This code is crucial for capturing the birth event in medical records, which is essential for tracking health outcomes and resource allocation. The delivery method can influence the infant's immediate health status and subsequent care needs. Social determinants such as maternal health, socioeconomic status, and access to prenatal care significantly impact both maternal and infant health outcomes. Preventive care for the newborn includes screenings for congenital conditions, immunizations, and education on safe sleep practices. Aftercare involves follow-up visits to monitor growth and development, as well as addressing any social factors that may affect the infant's health, such as housing stability and parental support systems.
Documentation should include details of the delivery, any complications, and immediate newborn assessments.
Routine checkups for newborns, immunization visits, and developmental screenings.
Consideration of social determinants such as parental education and socioeconomic status that may affect health outcomes.
Population-level data collection, including birth statistics and health outcomes.
Monitoring trends in live births and associated health metrics.
Focus on health disparities and access to care for different populations.
Used during the first well-child visit after delivery.
Documentation of the infant's health status and preventive care needs.
Primary care providers should focus on developmental milestones and immunization schedules.
Z38.00 should be used for a single liveborn infant delivered vaginally, typically as a secondary diagnosis following maternal health conditions or during well-child visits.
