False labor before 37 completed weeks of gest, third tri

This code signifies the occurrence of uterine contractions that are irregular, do not cause cervical change, and are not indicative of true labor, specifically when they occur during the third trimester of pregnancy but before 37 completed weeks of gestation. It describes a condition where the patient experiences symptoms suggestive of labor, but a clinical assessment confirms it is not active labor.

Use this code when a pregnant patient in her third trimester (28 weeks 0 days to 36 weeks 6 days gestation) presents with contractions that are ultimately diagnosed as false labor. Documentation should clearly state "false labor," "Braxton Hicks contractions," or similar terminology, along with the gestational age confirming it's before 37 completed weeks and in the third trimester.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "false labor" or "Braxton Hicks" and the gestational age is before 37 weeks.
• Distinguish from true preterm labor (O60.1x) where cervical changes are present.
• This code is typically a primary diagnosis when the encounter is solely for evaluation of these symptoms.