Maternal care for intrauterine death, not applicable or unsp

This code signifies medical care provided to a pregnant patient when the fetus has died in utero. It specifically addresses the maternal management of a confirmed intrauterine fetal demise (IUFD) or stillbirth, prior to delivery. This includes monitoring, counseling, and preparation for delivery or intervention.

Apply this code when documentation indicates maternal care for a non-viable fetus confirmed to have died within the uterus. This is used for the mother's record, not the fetal record. Documentation should clearly state intrauterine death and the maternal management plan.

• Always sequence this code as the primary diagnosis when it is the reason for the encounter.
• Do not use this code for a liveborn infant who subsequently dies.
• Ensure documentation specifies "intrauterine death" or "fetal demise" to support its use.