False labor before 37 completed weeks of gest, unsp tri

This code signifies the presence of uterine contractions that are irregular, do not cause cervical change, and occur prior to 37 weeks of gestation. It represents a diagnosis of Braxton Hicks contractions or other non-progressive uterine activity in a preterm pregnancy.

Apply this code when a pregnant patient, before 37 completed weeks, presents with symptoms suggestive of labor but is ultimately diagnosed with false labor. Documentation should clearly indicate the absence of cervical dilation or effacement and the gestational age.

• Ensure documentation specifies "false labor" or "Braxton Hicks" and the gestational age is less than 37 weeks.
• Do not use this code if there is any evidence of cervical change, as that would indicate true preterm labor.
• This code is for an unspecified trimester, but the "before 37 completed weeks" implicitly places it in the second or third trimester.