O14.1
Non-Billable

Severe pre-eclampsia

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Severe pre-eclampsia?

ICD-10-CM O14.1 is the diagnosis code for Severe pre-eclampsia. This code falls under the section "Edema, proteinuria and hypertensive disorders in pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium" within Chapter 15 — Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium (O00-O9A). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for O14.1

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as O14.1. They are mutually exclusive:

  • HELLP syndrome (O14.2-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where O14.1 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 5 entries
O14.10Severe pre-eclampsia, unspecified trimesterBillableO14.12Severe pre-eclampsia, second trimesterBillableO14.13Severe pre-eclampsia, third trimesterBillableO14.14Severe pre-eclampsia complicating childbirthBillableO14.15Severe pre-eclampsia, complicating the puerperiumBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is O14.1 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, O14.1 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does O14.1 mean?

O14.1 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Severe pre-eclampsia". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of O14.1?

The parent code of O14.1 is O14 ("Pre-eclampsia"). O14.1 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is O14.1 in?

O14.1 is located in Section O10-O16 — "Edema, proteinuria and hypertensive disorders in pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium" within Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of O14.1?

O14.1 has 5 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: O14.10, O14.12, O14.13, O14.14, O14.15.

When should I use O14.1?

Use O14.1 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Severe pre-eclampsia" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Severe pre-eclampsia?

The ICD-10-CM code for Severe pre-eclampsia is O14.1.

Can O14.1 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, O14.1 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is O14.1 in?

O14.1 is in Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from O14.1?

Type 1 Excludes for O14.1 include: HELLP syndrome (O14.2-).

Is O14.1 valid for 2026?

Yes, O14.1 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousO14.05Mild to moderate pre-eclampsia, complicating the puerperiumNext →O14.10Severe pre-eclampsia, unspecified trimester
Code Details
O14.1
Severe pre-eclampsia
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
15 — Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium (O00-O9A)
O10-O16 — Edema, proteinuria and hypertensive disorders in pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium
2026 ICD-10-CM