Other embolism in the puerperium

This code signifies the occurrence of an embolic event, other than those specifically classified elsewhere (e.g., amniotic fluid, pulmonary, cerebral venous), during the puerperium. This includes various types of emboli such as fat, air, or septic emboli, which can arise as complications following childbirth.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates an embolism of a type not otherwise specified, occurring anytime from immediately postpartum up to six weeks after delivery. Supporting documentation should specify the type of embolism if known, or indicate "other" if not, and confirm its onset within the puerperal period.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states the embolism occurred during the puerperium.
• Verify that the embolism is not more specifically classified by another code (e.g., O88.0x for air embolism, O88.2x for pulmonary embolism).
• Always sequence this code after the primary diagnosis for the specific type of embolism, if known and coded separately.