Encounter for elective termination of pregnancy

This code signifies a patient's visit specifically for the planned and intentional ending of a pregnancy. It applies to situations where the pregnancy is voluntarily terminated, typically through medical or surgical procedures, at the patient's request.

Use this code when documenting an encounter where the primary reason for the visit is the performance of an elective abortion. This includes pre-procedure counseling, the procedure itself, and immediate post-procedure follow-up directly related to the termination. Do not use for spontaneous pregnancy losses or fetal deaths.

• Always assign a code for the reason for the elective termination (e.g., maternal health, fetal anomaly) as a secondary diagnosis, if known and documented.
• Do not use this code for a miscarriage (spontaneous abortion) or for a stillbirth.
• Ensure documentation clearly indicates the termination was elective and not due to a spontaneous event.