Tubal ligation status

This code indicates that a female patient has undergone a surgical procedure to permanently prevent pregnancy by blocking or sealing the fallopian tubes. It signifies a past medical history of sterilization via tubal ligation.

Use this code when documenting a patient's history of permanent contraception through tubal ligation, regardless of the reason for the encounter. It is often used in conjunction with other codes related to women's health, reproductive health, or general medical history.

• Always assign this code as a secondary diagnosis, as it represents a status, not an active condition requiring treatment.
• Do not use this code for current pregnancy or complications related to tubal ligation; those require specific codes.
• Ensure documentation clearly states a history of "tubal ligation" or "sterilization" to support this code.