Mat care cnsl malf/damag fts, spina bifida, fetus 5

This code signifies ongoing maternal medical management and surveillance due to a suspected or confirmed diagnosis of spina bifida in the fifth fetus of a multiple gestation pregnancy. It indicates that the mother is receiving specialized care because of this specific fetal central nervous system malformation.

Use this code when documentation confirms maternal care for a fetus diagnosed with or suspected of having spina bifida, and the pregnancy involves five fetuses, with the affected one being the fifth. This applies to antenatal visits, diagnostic testing, and consultations related to the fetal condition.

• Ensure the medical record clearly specifies "spina bifida" and not a general CNS malformation.
• Verify the fetal number (fifth fetus) in cases of multiple gestations.
• Do not use this code for other types of fetal CNS malformations; use the appropriate O35.0- subcategory.