AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2022 Issue 1; Ask the Editor

Gravid Hysterectomy Due to Placenta Increta

A 28-year-old pregnant patient with three previous cesarean deliveries was admitted due to placenta increta at 15 weeks 4 days gestation. The patient was counseled regarding the risks of continuing the pregnancy, including potential hemorrhage, possible death of the fetus, as well as increased risk to the mother. For the preservation of maternal life, the patient decided to have a hysterectomy. Would this be considered an elective termination of pregnancy, or would only the placenta increta be coded, as it is the condition, which required the gravid hysterectomy? What is the appropriate diagnosis code for this admission? ...

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