Maternal care for damage to fetus by radiation, fetus 2

This code signifies that a pregnant patient is receiving medical attention due to concerns that the fetus has been harmed by radiation exposure. This damage is suspected, not confirmed, and specifically refers to the second fetus in a multiple gestation pregnancy.

Use this code when documentation indicates maternal care for a suspected radiation-induced fetal anomaly or injury in the second fetus. This applies when the mother has had significant radiation exposure (e.g., medical imaging, environmental) during pregnancy and there is clinical suspicion of fetal impact. Documentation should clearly state "suspected damage" and specify the second fetus.

• Always confirm the specific fetus affected in multiple gestations; this code is exclusively for the second fetus.
• Do not use this code if fetal damage from radiation is confirmed; instead, code the specific fetal anomaly.
• Requires an additional code to identify the type of radiation exposure, if known and documented.