Unsp GU tract infection in pregnancy, unsp trimester

This code signifies an infection of the genitourinary system occurring during pregnancy, where the specific type of infection (e.g., cystitis, pyelonephritis) and the trimester of pregnancy are not documented. It indicates a general infectious process affecting the urinary or reproductive organs in a pregnant patient.

Use this code when the medical record clearly states a genitourinary tract infection in a pregnant patient, but lacks specificity regarding the exact infection type or the trimester. This is appropriate when documentation only mentions "UTI in pregnancy" or "GU infection, pregnant."

• Avoid using this code if a more specific diagnosis (e.g., O23.0-, O23.1-) or trimester is documented.
• Always review the entire record for any mention of the specific type of genitourinary infection or the trimester to allow for more precise coding.
• This code should be sequenced as a secondary diagnosis when the primary reason for the encounter is related to the pregnancy itself or another condition.