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O26.72

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Subluxation of symphysis (pubis) in childbirth

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

What This Code Means

A partial dislocation of the pubic bone joint that occurs during labor and delivery, causing pain and instability in the pelvic area.

Coding Tips

  • •This code is specifically for subluxation occurring during active childbirth; use O26.73 for postpartum occurrences
  • •Document whether this is a new occurrence or exacerbation of pre-existing pelvic instability

Code Hierarchy

└O26Maternal care for other conditions predominantly related to pregnancy└O26.7Subluxation of symphysis (pubis) in pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium└O26.72Subluxation of symphysis (pubis) in childbirth
└O26.72Subluxation of symphysis (pubis) in childbirth

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