Newborn affected by maternal injury

This code signifies that a newborn's health status is adversely impacted by an injury sustained by the mother during pregnancy or childbirth. It indicates a direct causal link between the maternal trauma and a resulting condition or observation in the neonate.

Apply this code when documentation clearly links a newborn's presentation (e.g., fetal distress, prematurity, specific injury) to a maternal injury such as a fall, motor vehicle accident, or assault. The medical record should specify the maternal injury and its observed effect on the neonate.

• Always sequence this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific condition or symptom observed in the newborn.
• Ensure the maternal injury is documented and that a causal relationship to the newborn's condition is explicitly stated or strongly implied.
• Do not use for maternal conditions that are not injuries (e.g., maternal illness, drug use), even if they affect the newborn.