Labor and del comp by cord around neck, w/o comprsn, unsp

This code describes a labor and delivery encounter where the umbilical cord is found wrapped around the fetal neck, but without evidence of compression or compromise to the fetus. It indicates a finding during delivery that did not result in adverse fetal outcomes due to the cord's position.

Apply this code when documentation explicitly states "cord around neck" without any mention of compression, nuchal cord tightening, fetal distress attributed to the cord, or other complications. This is typically an incidental finding noted during the delivery process.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "without compression" or similar language; otherwise, a different code indicating compression may be more appropriate.
• Do not use this code if fetal distress or other complications are directly attributed to the nuchal cord.
• This code is for the maternal record; a separate code for the newborn's condition (if any) would be reported from Chapter 16.