Unspecified maternal hypertension, comp the puerperium

This code signifies elevated blood pressure in a postpartum patient where the specific type of hypertension (e.g., gestational, chronic, pre-existing) is not documented. It indicates a hypertensive disorder arising or persisting during the puerperium without further clinical specification.

Apply this code when a patient presents with hypertension during the postpartum period, and the medical record lacks sufficient detail to classify the specific type of maternal hypertension. Documentation should clearly state "hypertension in puerperium" or similar, without further qualifying adjectives.

• Do not use this code if the type of hypertension (e.g., gestational, chronic, pre-eclampsia) is specified in the documentation.
• Always attempt to query for more specific documentation regarding the type of hypertension if possible.
• Sequence this code as a secondary diagnosis when the primary reason for the encounter is related to the puerperium or another complication.