Matern care for oth or susp poor fetl grth, 1st tri, unsp

This code signifies antenatal care provided to a pregnant patient in her first trimester due to concerns about the fetus not growing as expected, where the specific type of poor growth is not identified or applicable. It indicates a known or suspected issue with fetal development or size that requires monitoring.

Apply this code when documentation indicates a first-trimester diagnosis of suspected or known fetal growth restriction, small for gestational age, or other concerns about inadequate fetal development, without further specification of the type of growth issue. This is supported by ultrasound findings, clinical assessment, or other diagnostic tests suggesting poor fetal growth.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies "first trimester" for accurate period of gestation.
• Do not use this code if a more specific type of poor fetal growth (e.g., intrauterine growth restriction, fetal malnutrition) is documented; instead, use the appropriate O36.5- subcategory.
• This code is for the maternal care provided due to the fetal condition, not for the fetal condition itself.