O36.519
Billable

Maternal care for known or suspected placental insufficiency, unspecified trimester

Billable / Specific Code

What is Maternal care for known or suspected placental insufficiency, unspecified trimester?

ICD-10-CM O36.519 is the diagnosis code for Maternal care for known or suspected placental insufficiency, unspecified trimester. This code falls under the section "Maternal care related to the fetus and amniotic cavity and possible delivery problems" 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 O36.519

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 O36.519 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is O36.519 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, O36.519 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does O36.519 mean?

O36.519 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Maternal care for known or suspected placental insufficiency, 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 O36.519?

The parent code of O36.519 is O36.51 ("Maternal care for known or suspected placental insufficiency"). O36.519 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is O36.519 in?

O36.519 is located in Section O30-O48 — "Maternal care related to the fetus and amniotic cavity and possible delivery problems" within Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use O36.519?

Use O36.519 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Maternal care for known or suspected placental insufficiency, 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 Maternal care for known or suspected placental insufficiency, unspecified trimester?

The ICD-10-CM code for Maternal care for known or suspected placental insufficiency, unspecified trimester is O36.519.

Can O36.519 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, O36.519 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is O36.519 in?

O36.519 is in Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is O36.519 valid for 2026?

Yes, O36.519 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
O36.519
Maternal care for known or suspected placental insufficiency, unspecified trimester
Billable / Specific Code
15 — Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium (O00-O9A)
O30-O48 — Maternal care related to the fetus and amniotic cavity and possible delivery problems
2026 ICD-10-CM