Maternal care for intrauterine death, fetus 1

This code signifies antenatal management and surveillance provided to a pregnant patient following the confirmed demise of one fetus in a multiple gestation pregnancy. It specifically applies when the intrauterine death of the first fetus has been diagnosed, and the pregnancy is continuing with the remaining viable fetus(es).

This code is appropriate for encounters where a pregnant patient is receiving ongoing medical care after the in-utero demise of one fetus has been identified. Documentation should clearly state the diagnosis of intrauterine fetal demise (IUFD) of fetus 1, and that the pregnancy is being managed expectantly or with continued monitoring for the remaining fetus(es).

• Ensure documentation specifies "fetus 1" for accurate assignment, as later digits in the code differentiate other fetal positions.
• This code is for maternal care for the condition, not the condition itself. The underlying cause of the fetal death may require additional codes.
• Do not confuse with codes for spontaneous abortion or stillbirth, as this code applies when the pregnancy is ongoing with at least one viable fetus.