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O14.23

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HELLP syndrome (HELLP), third trimester

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

HELLP syndrome, a life-threatening pregnancy complication involving hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelets, occurring during the third trimester (weeks 28+ of pregnancy).

Coding Tips

  • •Verify third trimester timing and document all three HELLP diagnostic criteria in the medical record
  • •This is the most common time for HELLP syndrome to occur; ensure severity and all components are clearly documented

Code Hierarchy

└O14Pre-eclampsia└O14.2HELLP syndrome└O14.23HELLP syndrome (HELLP), third trimester
└O14.23HELLP syndrome (HELLP), third trimester

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