A mid forceps delivery is identified by which specific code?

The code for a mid forceps delivery is specifically coded as 10D07Z4. This code falls within the section for obstetrics in the ICD-10-PCS coding system, which categorizes procedures related to childbirth.

The structure of the code provides clarity regarding the specifics of the delivery procedure. The first part of the code signifies that it is an "obstetrics" procedure, while the subsequent characters provide additional detail:

• The character '0' indicates a delivery involving the use of instruments.

• The character '7' specifies the type of delivery—here, it is mid forceps.

• The final character '4' indicates that this delivery was performed using a mid forceps approach.

This delves into the precise method of the delivery, along with the context of the procedure. The other codes represent different types of deliveries or methods, which is why their application would not be appropriate for a mid forceps delivery procedure. Each character in the code conveys specific procedural information, emphasizing the necessity for accurate coding to reflect the exact nature of the delivery performed.