Preeclampsia ICD-10-CM Codes

Which Preeclampsia ICD Codes Are Billable?

The ICD codes used for Preeclampsia are all billable:

• O14.0 - O14.9: Yes, these codes are billable. They represent the severity range in preeclampsia cases, including the potentially life-threatening Hellp syndrome.

Clinical Information

Preeclampsia is a pregnancy-related complication characterized by high blood pressure and potential damage to other organ systems. Key points include:

• Understanding the Condition: Preeclampsia usually begins after 20 weeks of pregnancy in women with normal blood pressure.
• Risk Factors: Risk factors can include first pregnancies, new paternity, age extremes, history of hypertension, obesity, and multiple pregnancies.
• Symptoms: Preeclampsia can cause headaches, blurred vision, upper abdominal pain, nausea, and decreased urine output.
• Diagnosis: Diagnosis includes blood pressure measurement, proteinuria testing, and liver and kidney function tests.
• Treatment: Management depends on the pregnancy stage and the symptoms' severity. In severe cases, early delivery may be required.

Synonyms Include:

• Pregnancy-induced Hypertension
• Gestational Hypertension
• Toxemia of Pregnancy