mllivers
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Using the Z34.0- & Z34.8-, if a patient had a miscarriage but is now pregnant again, would I use the Z34.0- code or the Z34.8-?
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nielynco
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The code Z34.0 is for a first pregnancy, not a first completed pregnancy, therefore after a miscarriage you report Z34.8.