Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM O25 is the diagnosis code for Malnutrition in pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium. 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 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.
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.
Understanding where O25 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, O25 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
O25 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Malnutrition in pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
O25 is located in Section O20-O29 — "Other maternal disorders predominantly related to pregnancy" within Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
O25 has 3 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: O25.1, O25.2, O25.3.
Use O25 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Malnutrition in pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Malnutrition in pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium is O25.
No, O25 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
O25 is in Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, O25 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.