ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code O72 - Postpartum hemorrhage (original) (raw)

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Postpartum hemorrhage

ICD-10-CM Code:

O72

ICD-10 Code for:

Postpartum hemorrhage

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O72 is a non-specific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity from the list below for a diagnosis of postpartum hemorrhage. The code is not specific and is NOT valid for the year 2026 for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions. Category or Header define the heading of a category of codes that may be further subdivided by the use of 4th, 5th, 6th or 7th characters.

Non-specific codes like O72 require more digits to indicate the appropriate level of specificity. Consider using any of the following billable codes with a higher level of specificity when coding for postpartum hemorrhage:

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excess blood loss from uterine bleeding associated with obstetric labor or childbirth. it is defined as blood loss greater than 500 ml or of the amount that adversely affects the maternal physiology, such as blood pressure and hematocrit. postpartum hemorrhage is divided into two categories, immediate (within first 24 hours after birth) or delayed (after 24 hours postpartum).

cumulative blood loss of greater than or equal to 1000 ml or blood loss accompanied by signs or symptoms of hypovolemia within 24 hours following the birth process (includes intrapartum loss). (revitalize)

gaia level 1 postpartum hemorrhage is the presence of genital bleeding after delivery, leading to severe maternal outcome (maternal death or maternal near miss) as defined by who.

gaia level 2 postpartum hemorrhage is defined by the presence of the following criteria: genital bleeding after delivery with at least one of the following: a) measured abnormal bleeding (1000ml or more); or b) any bleeding leading to hypotension or blood transfusion.

gaia level 3 postpartum hemorrhage is defined by the presence of genital bleeding after delivery that is estimated at 1000ml or more.

a subset of terminology related to postpartum hemorrhage, developed by the global alignment of immunization safety assessment in pregnancy consortium to aid in monitoring and improving fetal and maternal outcomes.

a classification of maternal and fetal outcomes relating to postpartum hemorrhage, developed by the global alignment of immunization safety assessment in pregnancy, based on the extent to which the diagnosis has been confirmed.

excessive blood loss between 24 hours after delivery through four weeks that requires intervention.

hemorrhage defined as a blood loss in excess of 500 ml after vaginal delivery or more than 1000 ml after a cesarean delivery.

Postpartum Care

Taking home a new baby is one of the happiest times in a woman's life. But it also presents both physical and emotional challenges. :

In addition to physical changes, you may feel sad or have the "baby blues." If you are extremely sad or are unable to care for yourself or your baby, you might have a serious condition called postpartum depression.

Dept. of Health and Human Services Office on Women's Health

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