Matern care for viable fetus in abd preg, third tri, fetus 5

This code signifies ongoing medical management and surveillance for a pregnant patient carrying a viable fetus located outside the uterus, specifically within the abdominal cavity, during the third trimester of gestation. This rare and high-risk condition requires specialized care to monitor both maternal and fetal well-being.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates an abdominal pregnancy with a viable fetus in the third trimester, and the patient is receiving active maternal care. This includes regular monitoring, diagnostic imaging, and preparation for delivery in such a complex scenario.

• Ensure documentation specifies "abdominal pregnancy" and "viable fetus" in the third trimester.
• Always sequence this code as a primary diagnosis when it is the focus of the encounter.
• Do not confuse with ectopic pregnancies that are not abdominal or those where the fetus is not viable.