O45.022
BillablePremature separation of placenta with disseminated intravascular coagulation, second 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 uterus during the second trimester, causing disseminated intravascular coagulation (a life-threatening condition where blood clots form throughout the body and clotting factors are depleted).
Coding Tips
- •Document the presence of DIC with supporting clinical and laboratory evidence in the medical record
- •Confirm trimester is documented as second (weeks 14-20 of gestation)
Code Hierarchy
└O45Premature separation of placenta [abruptio placentae]└O45.0Premature separation of placenta with coagulation defect└O45.02Premature separation of placenta with disseminated intravascular coagulation└O45.022Premature separation of placenta with disseminated intravascular coagulation, second trimester
└O45.022Premature separation of placenta with disseminated intravascular coagulation, second trimester