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

This code signifies antenatal care provided to a pregnant patient in her third trimester due to concerns about the fetus not growing adequately, when the specific type of poor growth is not documented or is not applicable. This includes situations where fetal growth restriction (FGR) or small for gestational age (SGA) is suspected or confirmed, but further specificity is not provided.

Apply this code when documentation indicates maternal care for "poor fetal growth," "fetal growth restriction," or "small for gestational age" during the third trimester, without further specification of the type (e.g., asymmetrical, symmetrical). This code is appropriate when the physician is actively monitoring the pregnancy due to these concerns.

• Ensure the documentation clearly states "third trimester" and indicates ongoing maternal care for the poor fetal growth.
• Avoid using this code if the specific type of poor fetal growth (e.g., symmetrical, asymmetrical) is clearly documented; instead, use a more specific O36.5- subcategory.
• This code should be sequenced as a secondary diagnosis when the primary reason for the encounter is related to the monitoring or management of the poor fetal growth.