O45.8X9
BillableOther premature separation of placenta, unspecified 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 pregnancy, classified as 'other' type of abruption, with the timing during pregnancy unspecified.
Coding Tips
- •Use this code only when the trimester cannot be determined from documentation
- •Query the provider if trimester information is available, as more specific codes are preferred
Code Hierarchy
└O45Premature separation of placenta [abruptio placentae]└O45.8Other premature separation of placenta└O45.8XOther premature separation of placenta└O45.8X9Other premature separation of placenta, unspecified trimester
└O45.8X9Other premature separation of placenta, unspecified trimester