Metabolic disorders following an ectopic and molar pregnancy

This code signifies metabolic complications arising as a direct consequence of an ectopic pregnancy or a molar pregnancy (hydatidiform mole). These complications can include electrolyte imbalances, thyroid dysfunction, or other systemic metabolic disturbances. It indicates that the patient experienced an abnormal pregnancy and subsequently developed a metabolic issue.

Use this code when documentation clearly links a metabolic disorder to a preceding ectopic or molar pregnancy. This typically applies after the initial management of the abnormal pregnancy, when new or persistent metabolic issues are identified. Supporting documentation would include physician notes detailing the metabolic derangement and its causal relationship to the ectopic or molar pregnancy.

• Always sequence the code for the specific metabolic disorder (e.g., E05.9 for thyrotoxicosis) first, followed by this code as a secondary diagnosis.
• Ensure the medical record explicitly states the metabolic disorder is "following" or "due to" the ectopic or molar pregnancy.
• Do not use this code for metabolic conditions unrelated to the ectopic or molar pregnancy, even if they occur concurrently.