Recurrent pregnancy loss

This code represents the diagnosis of recurrent pregnancy loss, also known as recurrent miscarriage, which is defined as three or more consecutive pregnancy losses before 20 weeks gestation. It indicates a history of repeated spontaneous abortions, regardless of the cause.

Use this code for a patient who has a documented history of recurrent pregnancy loss and is not currently pregnant. Documentation should clearly state the diagnosis of recurrent pregnancy loss or recurrent miscarriage, often supported by a history of multiple spontaneous abortions.

• Excludes1 Reminder: Never code this with O26.2- (recurrent pregnancy loss with current pregnancy). If the patient is currently pregnant and experiencing recurrent loss, use the appropriate O26.2- code.
• This code is for the history of recurrent pregnancy loss, not for an acute miscarriage event.
• Consider additional codes for underlying causes of recurrent pregnancy loss, such as endocrine disorders or anatomical abnormalities, if documented.