Protozoal diseases complicating childbirth

This code signifies the presence of a protozoal infection that is actively complicating the process of childbirth. This includes infections such as malaria, toxoplasmosis, or trichomoniasis, where the infection is directly impacting the labor, delivery, or immediate postpartum period. The protozoal disease is considered a significant factor in the management or outcome of the childbirth event.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a protozoal disease is present and is causing complications during the delivery process. This includes situations where the infection necessitates altered management of labor, affects the mother's or infant's health during delivery, or contributes to postpartum morbidity. Documentation should specify both the protozoal disease and its impact on childbirth.

• Always sequence this code after the primary obstetric code indicating the type of delivery (e.g., O80, O82).
• Ensure the medical record explicitly links the protozoal disease as a complication of childbirth, not just a co-existing condition.
• Do not use this code for protozoal diseases complicating pregnancy before childbirth (use O98.61-) or the puerperium (use O98.63-).