O26.84
Non-Billable

Uterine size-date discrepancy complicating pregnancy

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Uterine size-date discrepancy complicating pregnancy?

ICD-10-CM O26.84 is the diagnosis code for Uterine size-date discrepancy complicating pregnancy. 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for O26.84

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as O26.84. They are mutually exclusive:

  • encounter for suspected problem with fetal growth ruled out (Z03.74)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where O26.84 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 4 entries
O26.841Uterine size-date discrepancy, first trimesterBillableO26.842Uterine size-date discrepancy, second trimesterBillableO26.843Uterine size-date discrepancy, third trimesterBillableO26.849Uterine size-date discrepancy, unspecified trimesterBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is O26.84 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, O26.84 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does O26.84 mean?

O26.84 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Uterine size-date discrepancy complicating pregnancy". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of O26.84?

The parent code of O26.84 is O26.8 ("Other specified pregnancy related conditions"). O26.84 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is O26.84 in?

O26.84 is located in Section O20-O29 — "Other maternal disorders predominantly related to pregnancy" within Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of O26.84?

O26.84 has 4 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: O26.841, O26.842, O26.843, O26.849.

When should I use O26.84?

Use O26.84 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Uterine size-date discrepancy complicating pregnancy" 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 Uterine size-date discrepancy complicating pregnancy?

The ICD-10-CM code for Uterine size-date discrepancy complicating pregnancy is O26.84.

Can O26.84 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, O26.84 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is O26.84 in?

O26.84 is in Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from O26.84?

Type 1 Excludes for O26.84 include: encounter for suspected problem with fetal growth ruled out (Z03.74).

Is O26.84 valid for 2026?

Yes, O26.84 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousO26.839Pregnancy related renal disease, unspecified trimesterNext →O26.841Uterine size-date discrepancy, first trimester
Code Details
O26.84
Uterine size-date discrepancy complicating pregnancy
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
15 — Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium (O00-O9A)
O20-O29 — Other maternal disorders predominantly related to pregnancy
2026 ICD-10-CM