Shock following failed attempted termination of pregnancy

This code represents a state of acute circulatory failure, or shock, that occurs as a direct consequence of a failed attempt to terminate a pregnancy. It signifies a severe physiological response to the unsuccessful procedure, distinct from infectious complications.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a patient is experiencing shock directly attributable to a failed attempted termination of pregnancy, and there is no evidence of infection as the cause of the shock. This would typically be supported by physician notes detailing the failed procedure, the onset of shock symptoms, and diagnostic findings ruling out sepsis.

• Always review documentation to differentiate between shock due to the failed procedure itself and shock caused by infection (O07.37).
• Ensure the medical record explicitly states "failed attempted termination of pregnancy" and the subsequent development of shock.
• Sequence this code as a principal diagnosis when it is the primary reason for the encounter, followed by codes for specific types of shock if further specified.