Papyraceous fetus, third trimester, not applicable or unsp

This code signifies the presence of a papyraceous fetus, a mummified fetal demise, identified during the third trimester of a multifetal pregnancy. It indicates that one fetus has died in utero and become compressed and flattened by the growth of the surviving fetus(es).

Apply this code when documentation confirms a papyraceous fetus in a multifetal pregnancy during the third trimester. This typically occurs after the demise of one fetus in a twin or higher-order gestation, with the surviving fetus(es) continuing to grow. Documentation should clearly state the presence of a papyraceous fetus and the gestational age.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "third trimester" for accurate code assignment.
• This code is for the maternal record; do not use it for the fetal record.
• Always sequence this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the multifetal pregnancy.