False labor, unspecified

This code signifies the presence of uterine contractions that are perceived as labor but do not result in cervical effacement or dilation. It describes a condition where a pregnant individual experiences symptoms mimicking true labor without progression towards delivery.

This code is appropriate for documenting instances of false labor when the specific type (e.g., Braxton Hicks contractions) is not specified in the medical record. It should be used when a patient presents with labor-like symptoms, but clinical assessment confirms no true labor progression. Documentation should clearly state "false labor" or "prodromal labor" without further specificity.

• Do not use this code if the documentation specifies a type of false labor, such as Braxton Hicks contractions (O47.0-).
• Ensure the medical record explicitly states "false labor" or similar terminology without further detail to support the "unspecified" nature.
• This code is typically a principal or secondary diagnosis depending on the reason for the encounter.