Repair of Clitoral Obstetric Laceration

The provider documented that the patient sustained a clitoral laceration during delivery, which was repaired with sutures. We have been informed that the vulva includes the clitoris. Please clarify the correct ICD-10-PCS code (0UQJXZZ or 0UQMXZZ) for the repair of a laceration to the clitoris occurring at delivery? ...

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Article Overview

This article addresses a coding question arising from a delivery-related laceration and focuses on how the anatomy and procedural context affect ICD-10-PCS selection. It is aimed at coders, CDI staff, and other healthcare revenue cycle professionals who need help interpreting procedure documentation for obstetric repair services. The discussion centers on the relevant body structure and the appropriate ICD-10-PCS repair code for the documented repair.

Why This Topic Matters

Accurate procedure coding for obstetric laceration repair depends on matching the documented anatomy and repair site to the correct ICD-10-PCS code. This kind of clarification helps reduce coding errors and supports consistent reporting of delivery-related procedures.

What You Will Learn

  • How the article frames a delivery-related laceration repair question
  • How anatomical terminology is used to support ICD-10-PCS code selection
  • What type of procedural documentation the article is addressing
  • How the article resolves a coding clarification involving obstetric repair

Who Should Read This

  • Medical coders
  • Coding auditors
  • Clinical documentation integrity specialists
  • Revenue cycle professionals
  • Obstetric coding staff

Codes Discussed

  • ICD-10-PCS: 0UQJXZZ

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