Renal failure following (induced) termination of pregnancy

This code signifies the development of renal dysfunction or failure as a direct complication following an induced termination of pregnancy. This includes acute kidney injury, acute renal failure, or chronic kidney disease exacerbated by the termination procedure. It indicates a causal link between the termination and the subsequent renal impairment.

Use this code when documentation clearly states renal failure (e.g., elevated creatinine, decreased GFR, need for dialysis) occurred after an induced abortion. The medical record must explicitly link the renal complication to the termination of pregnancy. This code is appropriate for both inpatient and outpatient settings where this complication is managed.

• Ensure documentation specifies "induced" termination; spontaneous abortion complications use codes from O03.
• Sequence this code as a secondary diagnosis following the primary code for the specific type of renal failure (e.g., N17.9 for acute kidney failure).
• Verify the causal relationship is explicitly stated or strongly implied in the provider's notes.