Left tubal pregnancy without intrauterine pregnancy

This diagnosis code signifies an ectopic pregnancy specifically located in the left fallopian tube, with no co-existing pregnancy within the uterus. It indicates a fertilized egg has implanted and is developing outside the uterine cavity in the left adnexa.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states a left tubal ectopic pregnancy has been confirmed, and intrauterine pregnancy has been ruled out. This is typically supported by ultrasound findings, positive pregnancy tests, and clinical presentation such as abdominal pain or vaginal bleeding.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left" tubal involvement; otherwise, an unspecified tubal code may be more appropriate.
• Confirm the absence of an intrauterine pregnancy; if both are present, a different code for heterotopic pregnancy would be used.
• Sequence this code as the primary diagnosis when it is the reason for the encounter, especially for surgical intervention or medical management of the ectopic pregnancy.