O26.852
BillableSpotting complicating pregnancy, second trimester
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Light vaginal bleeding that occurs during the second three months of pregnancy, which requires monitoring to ensure the pregnancy is progressing normally.
Coding Tips
- •Second trimester is weeks 14-20; rule out placental abnormalities or infection
- •Document whether bleeding is associated with pain or other symptoms
Code Hierarchy
└O26Maternal care for other conditions predominantly related to pregnancy└O26.8Other specified pregnancy related conditions└O26.85Spotting complicating pregnancy└O26.852Spotting complicating pregnancy, second trimester
└O26.852Spotting complicating pregnancy, second trimester