Matern care for oth or susp poor fetl grth, unsp tri, fts3

This code signifies ongoing maternal medical supervision due to concerns about a fetus experiencing suboptimal growth, where the specific cause of the growth restriction is known or suspected. This applies when the gestational age is unknown or not specified, and the care pertains to the third fetus in a multiple gestation pregnancy.

Use this code when documentation indicates maternal care for a known or suspected condition leading to poor fetal growth in the third fetus of a multiple pregnancy, and the trimester is not specified. This typically involves monitoring fetal size, amniotic fluid levels, and overall fetal well-being due to identified risk factors or ultrasound findings. Supporting documentation would include physician notes detailing the suspected poor fetal growth, the specific fetus being monitored, and the ongoing maternal management.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "fetus 3" in a multiple gestation.
• If the specific trimester is known, a more precise O36.5- code should be used.
• Always code the underlying condition causing the poor fetal growth if known and documented.