Pre-existing type 1 diabetes mellitus, in childbirth

AIClinical Context

Clinical Description

This code signifies a pregnant patient with a pre-existing diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes mellitus who is currently in the process of childbirth. It indicates that the patient's established Type 1 diabetes is complicating the delivery.

When to Use

Apply this code when documentation clearly states a patient with Type 1 diabetes is admitted for or is actively experiencing labor and delivery. Supporting documentation would include physician notes confirming the pre-existing Type 1 diabetes and the current stage of childbirth.

Coding Tips

Always sequence this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the primary code for the obstetric encounter (e.g., O80 for uncomplicated delivery).
Do not use this code for gestational diabetes or Type 2 diabetes; specific codes exist for those conditions.
Ensure documentation specifies "Type 1" diabetes; if unspecified, query the provider.

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Code Hierarchy

▲O24.0Pre-exist type 1 diabetes, in preg, chldbrth and the puerp

O24.02(current)

Crosswalks

648.01ApproxICD-9

Same Category

O24Diabetes in pregnancy, childbirth, and the puerperium O24.0Pre-exist type 1 diabetes, in preg, chldbrth and the puerp O24.01Pre-existing type 1 diabetes mellitus, in pregnancy O24.011Pre-existing type 1 diabetes, in pregnancy, first trimester