O23.529
Billable

Salpingo-oophoritis in pregnancy, unspecified trimester

Billable / Specific Code

What is Salpingo-oophoritis in pregnancy, unspecified trimester?

ICD-10-CM O23.529 is the diagnosis code for Salpingo-oophoritis in pregnancy, unspecified trimester. This code falls under the section "Other maternal disorders predominantly related to pregnancy" within Chapter 15 — Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium (O00-O9A). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

Coding Guidelines for O23.529

Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where O23.529 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is O23.529 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, O23.529 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does O23.529 mean?

O23.529 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Salpingo-oophoritis in pregnancy, unspecified trimester". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of O23.529?

The parent code of O23.529 is O23.52 ("Salpingo-oophoritis in pregnancy"). O23.529 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is O23.529 in?

O23.529 is located in Section O20-O29 — "Other maternal disorders predominantly related to pregnancy" within Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use O23.529?

Use O23.529 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Salpingo-oophoritis in pregnancy, unspecified trimester" 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 Salpingo-oophoritis in pregnancy, unspecified trimester?

The ICD-10-CM code for Salpingo-oophoritis in pregnancy, unspecified trimester is O23.529.

Can O23.529 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, O23.529 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is O23.529 in?

O23.529 is in Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is O23.529 valid for 2026?

Yes, O23.529 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
O23.529
Salpingo-oophoritis in pregnancy, unspecified trimester
Billable / Specific Code
15 — Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium (O00-O9A)
O20-O29 — Other maternal disorders predominantly related to pregnancy
2026 ICD-10-CM