O89.5
BillableOther complications of spinal and epidural anesthesia during the puerperium
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Other complications from spinal or epidural anesthesia during the postpartum period, such as nerve damage, infection, or hematoma.
Coding Tips
- •Use this code for complications not specifically classified elsewhere (e.g., post-dural puncture syndrome beyond headache, spinal hematoma)
- •Document the specific complication type to ensure accurate coding and clinical communication
Code Hierarchy
└O89Complications of anesthesia during the puerperium└O89.5Other complications of spinal and epidural anesthesia during the puerperium
└O89.5Other complications of spinal and epidural anesthesia during the puerperium