Salpingo-oophoritis in pregnancy, second trimester

This code signifies inflammation of the fallopian tubes and ovaries occurring during the second trimester of a pregnancy. This condition can be a serious complication, potentially leading to adverse maternal and fetal outcomes.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of salpingo-oophoritis in a pregnant patient who is specifically in her second trimester. Supporting documentation would include physician notes detailing the diagnosis, gestational age, and signs/symptoms of infection.

• Always confirm the trimester of pregnancy; incorrect trimester assignment is a common error.
• Code any associated infectious organism (e.g., bacterial infection) as an additional diagnosis.
• Do not use this code if the inflammation is localized solely to the fallopian tubes (salpingitis) or ovaries (oophoritis) without involvement of both.