O14.2
Non-Billable

HELLP syndrome

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is HELLP syndrome?

ICD-10-CM O14.2 is the diagnosis code for HELLP syndrome. 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.

💡 Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for O14.2

✅ This Code Includes

  • Severe pre-eclampsia with hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes and low platelet count (HELLP)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where O14.2 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 5 entries
O14.20HELLP syndrome (HELLP), unspecified trimesterBillableO14.22HELLP syndrome (HELLP), second trimesterBillableO14.23HELLP syndrome (HELLP), third trimesterBillableO14.24HELLP syndrome, complicating childbirthBillableO14.25HELLP syndrome, complicating the puerperiumBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is O14.2 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, O14.2 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does O14.2 mean?

O14.2 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "HELLP syndrome". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of O14.2?

The parent code of O14.2 is O14 ("Pre-eclampsia"). O14.2 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is O14.2 in?

O14.2 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 O14.2?

O14.2 has 5 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: O14.20, O14.22, O14.23, O14.24, O14.25.

When should I use O14.2?

Use O14.2 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "HELLP syndrome" 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 HELLP syndrome?

The ICD-10-CM code for HELLP syndrome is O14.2.

Can O14.2 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, O14.2 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is O14.2 in?

O14.2 is in Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is O14.2 valid for 2026?

Yes, O14.2 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousO14.15Severe pre-eclampsia, complicating the puerperiumNext →O14.20HELLP syndrome (HELLP), unspecified trimester
Code Details
O14.2
HELLP syndrome
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