Newborn affected by maternal hypertensive disorders

This code identifies a newborn whose health status is directly influenced by any form of maternal hypertension, including pre-existing, gestational, or pre-eclampsia. The newborn may exhibit various signs or symptoms related to this maternal condition, such as prematurity, intrauterine growth restriction, or respiratory distress.

Assign this code when documentation clearly indicates a newborn's condition or outcome is attributable to the mother's hypertensive disorder during pregnancy. This includes cases where the maternal hypertension led to complications for the neonate, even if the newborn does not have a specific diagnosis of hypertension itself. Supporting documentation would include maternal history of hypertension and any related neonatal findings.

• Always sequence this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the newborn's specific condition or symptom.
• Do not use this code if the maternal hypertension did not affect the newborn.
• Review the mother's medical record for specific types of hypertension to ensure accurate linkage to the newborn's condition.