Mat care oth fetl abnlt and damag, fetl facial anomal, fts1

This code signifies maternal care provided due to a suspected or confirmed facial anomaly in the first fetus of a multiple gestation pregnancy. It indicates that the mother is receiving medical attention specifically because of concerns regarding the fetal facial development.

This code is appropriate when a pregnant patient, carrying twins or more, is being managed for a suspected or diagnosed facial abnormality (e.g., cleft lip, micrognathia, orbital anomalies) in the first fetus. Documentation should clearly specify the fetal anomaly and that it pertains to fetus 1.

• Ensure documentation explicitly identifies the specific facial anomaly and confirms it is fetus 1.
• Do not use for anomalies of other body systems; refer to other O35 subcategories for those.
• Always sequence this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the primary obstetric code indicating the reason for the encounter.