Other specified hemorrhage of fetus or newborn

This code signifies bleeding in a fetus or newborn that is not otherwise specified as intracranial, gastrointestinal, umbilical, or due to vitamin K deficiency. It encompasses various forms of hemorrhage occurring before or shortly after birth that do not fit into more specific categories.

Use this code for documented cases of neonatal or fetal hemorrhage where the specific site or cause is known but not covered by a more precise ICD-9-CM code. Examples include cutaneous hemorrhage, adrenal hemorrhage, or pulmonary hemorrhage not due to a specific underlying condition. Documentation should clearly state the presence of hemorrhage and its location if known, ruling out more specific causes.

• Ensure documentation specifies the hemorrhage is in the fetus or newborn, not the mother.
• Always look for more specific codes first (e.g., intracranial hemorrhage, GI hemorrhage) before assigning this code.
• This code is often used in conjunction with codes for the underlying cause of the hemorrhage, if identified.