Specific code 2012 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 642.30
Transient hypertension of pregnancy, unspecified as to episode of care or not applicable
  • Short description: Trans hyperten preg-unsp.
  • ICD-9-CM 642.30 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 642.30 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015. For claims with a date of service on or after October 1, 2015, use an equivalent ICD-10-CM code (or codes).
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Convert to ICD-10-CM: 642.30 converts approximately to:
  • 2015/16 ICD-10-CM O13.9 Gestational [pregnancy-induced] hypertension without significant proteinuria, unspecified trimester
Approximate Synonyms
  • Gestational HTN
  • Gestational hypertension
  • Gestational hypertension (in pregnancy)
  • Gestational hypertension, after childbirth
  • Postpartum gestational HTN
  • Postpartum pregnancy-induced hypertension
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