ICD9Data.com
  Free 2008 ICD-9-CM Database
Search ICD9Data.com


ICD-9-CM Procedure 72
Forceps, vacuum, and breech delivery
  • 72 is a non-specific code that should not be used to specify a procedure

ICD-9-CM Procedure 72.0
Low forceps operation
  • 72.0 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure
  • 72.0 contains 2 index entries

ICD-9-CM Procedure 72.1
Low forceps operation with episiotomy
  • 72.1 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure
  • 72.1 contains 4 index entries

ICD-9-CM Procedure 72.2
Mid forceps operation
  • 72.2 is a non-specific code that should not be used to specify a procedure

ICD-9-CM Procedure 72.21
Mid forceps operation with episiotomy
  • 72.21 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure
  • 72.21 contains 2 index entries

ICD-9-CM Procedure 72.29
Other mid forceps operation
  • 72.29 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure
  • 72.29 contains 2 index entries

ICD-9-CM Procedure 72.3
High forceps operation
  • 72.3 is a non-specific code that should not be used to specify a procedure

ICD-9-CM Procedure 72.31
High forceps operation with episiotomy
  • 72.31 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure
  • 72.31 contains 3 index entries

ICD-9-CM Procedure 72.39
Other high forceps operation
  • 72.39 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure
  • 72.39 contains 2 index entries

ICD-9-CM Procedure 72.4
Forceps rotation of fetal head
  • 72.4 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure
  • 72.4 contains 8 index entries

ICD-9-CM Procedure 72.5
Breech extraction
  • 72.5 is a non-specific code that should not be used to specify a procedure

ICD-9-CM Procedure 72.51
Partial breech extraction with forceps to aftercoming head
  • 72.51 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure
  • 72.51 contains 3 index entries

ICD-9-CM Procedure 72.52
Other partial breech extraction
  • 72.52 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure
  • 72.52 contains 9 index entries

ICD-9-CM Procedure 72.53
Total breech extraction with forceps to aftercoming head
  • 72.53 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure
  • 72.53 contains 3 index entries

ICD-9-CM Procedure 72.54
Other total breech extraction
  • 72.54 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure
  • 72.54 contains 4 index entries

ICD-9-CM Procedure 72.6
Forceps application to aftercoming head
  • 72.6 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure
  • 72.6 contains 3 index entries

ICD-9-CM Procedure 72.7
Vacuum extraction
  • Removal of the fetus from the uterus or vagina at or near the end of pregnancy with a metal traction cup that is attached to the fetus' head. Negative pressure is applied and traction is made on a chain passed through the suction tube. (From Stedman, 26th ed & Dorland, 28th ed)
  • 72.7 is a non-specific code that should not be used to specify a procedure

ICD-9-CM Procedure 72.71
Vacuum extraction with episiotomy
  • 72.71 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure
  • 72.71 contains 6 index entries

ICD-9-CM Procedure 72.79
Other vacuum extraction
  • 72.79 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure
  • 72.79 contains 6 index entries

ICD-9-CM Procedure 72.8
Other specified instrumental delivery
  • 72.8 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure
  • 72.8 contains 1 index entry

ICD-9-CM Procedure 72.9
Unspecified instrumental delivery
  • 72.9 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure
  • 72.9 contains 2 index entries