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O26.43

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Herpes gestationis, third trimester

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

What This Code Means

A pregnancy-related skin condition called herpes gestationis occurring during the third trimester (weeks 28-delivery), characterized by blistering and itching.

Coding Tips

  • •Herpes gestationis is an autoimmune condition unrelated to herpes simplex virus; ensure documentation specifies the trimester for accurate coding
  • •This condition may worsen in the third trimester; document severity and any treatment provided

Code Hierarchy

└O26Maternal care for other conditions predominantly related to pregnancy└O26.4Herpes gestationis└O26.43Herpes gestationis, third trimester
└O26.43Herpes gestationis, third trimester

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