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Find out Which O99.- Code Fits This Obstetrical Trauma Case

Published on Fri Apr 24, 2026

Question: A patient came in for a 36-week growth ultrasound (US) due to previous obstetrical trauma. The provider ordered the US to evaluate if the fetus could be delivered vaginally because of the previous trauma. What diagnosis code can I use for the US? Ohio Subscriber Answer: Your best option would be a code in the O99.89- (Other specified diseases [...]
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