O45.001
BillablePremature separation of placenta with coagulation defect, unspecified, first trimester
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
The placenta separates prematurely from the uterine wall with blood clotting problems during the first three months of pregnancy.
Coding Tips
- •This code indicates placental abruption with unspecified coagulation defect in the first trimester
- •Document specific coagulation defects if identified (DIC, afibrinogenemia, etc.) for more precise coding
Code Hierarchy
└O45Premature separation of placenta [abruptio placentae]└O45.0Premature separation of placenta with coagulation defect└O45.00Premature separation of placenta with coagulation defect, unspecified└O45.001Premature separation of placenta with coagulation defect, unspecified, first trimester
└O45.001Premature separation of placenta with coagulation defect, unspecified, first trimester