Retained uterin contracep dev in pregnancy, unsp trimester

This code signifies the presence of an intrauterine contraceptive device (IUD) that remains in situ during a pregnancy, without specifying the trimester. It indicates that the IUD was not removed prior to or during the early stages of gestation and is still present.

Apply this code when documentation confirms a pregnant patient has an IUD that has not been removed. This typically occurs when pregnancy is discovered with an IUD in place, or if attempts at removal were unsuccessful. Documentation should clearly state the presence of the IUD during pregnancy.

• Do not use this code if the IUD was successfully removed prior to or during pregnancy.
• This code does not specify complications related to the retained IUD; use additional codes for any associated complications (e.g., infection, miscarriage).
• If the trimester is known, use the more specific codes O26.31 (first trimester), O26.32 (second trimester), or O26.33 (third trimester).