Matern care for or susp placntl insuff, third tri, fts2

This code signifies medical supervision and management provided to a pregnant patient in her third trimester due to concerns about the placenta's ability to adequately support the second fetus in a multiple gestation pregnancy. This insufficiency can lead to restricted fetal growth or other adverse outcomes.

Apply this code when documentation indicates active monitoring or intervention for a known or suspected placental insufficiency affecting the second fetus during the third trimester. Supporting documentation includes ultrasound findings of fetal growth restriction, abnormal Doppler studies, or clinical suspicion requiring increased surveillance.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies "fetus 2" in a multiple gestation and that the patient is in her third trimester.
• Do not confuse this with codes for other placental complications like placenta previa or abruption.
• Always sequence this code as a secondary diagnosis following the primary reason for the encounter, if applicable.