O45.8X3
BillableOther premature separation of placenta, third 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 during the third trimester (weeks 28 to delivery) of pregnancy, classified as 'other' type of abruption.
Coding Tips
- •Third trimester abruption is the most common timing; ensure documentation clearly indicates this is the 'other' category rather than standard abruption
- •Verify whether this is antepartum (before labor) or intrapartum (during labor) for complete clinical picture
Code Hierarchy
└O45Premature separation of placenta [abruptio placentae]└O45.8Other premature separation of placenta└O45.8XOther premature separation of placenta└O45.8X3Other premature separation of placenta, third trimester
└O45.8X3Other premature separation of placenta, third trimester