AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2023 Issue 3; Ask the Editor

Control Postpartum Hemorrhage with Jada® System

A patient suffered obstetric lacerations during delivery, which required repair and packing. Following the delivery, the provider documented lower uterine segment atony and continued bleeding despite the previous repairs. The Jada® System loop was placed transvaginally into the lower uterine segment. The cervical seal was inflated with saline and the vacuum/suction source was turned on. The ICD-10-PCS Index under the term Suction instructs to see the root operation Drainage. However, the objective of the procedure is to stop the bleeding. What is the appropriate root operation for placement of the Jada® System, which utilizes vacuum/suction to contract the uterus in order to control postpartum hemorrhage? ...

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