O22.42
BillableHemorrhoids in pregnancy, second trimester
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Swollen, inflamed veins in the rectal area that develop during the second trimester of pregnancy.
Coding Tips
- •Confirm second trimester documentation is present
- •Hemorrhoids may worsen as pregnancy progresses; document any changes or complications
Code Hierarchy
└O22Venous complications and hemorrhoids in pregnancy└O22.4Hemorrhoids in pregnancy└O22.42Hemorrhoids in pregnancy, second trimester
└O22.42Hemorrhoids in pregnancy, second trimester