O41.149
Billable

Placentitis, unspecified trimester

Billable / Specific Code

What is Placentitis, unspecified trimester?

ICD-10-CM O41.149 is the diagnosis code for Placentitis, 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 O41.149

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 O41.149 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is O41.149 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, O41.149 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does O41.149 mean?

O41.149 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Placentitis, 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 O41.149?

The parent code of O41.149 is O41.14 ("Placentitis"). O41.149 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is O41.149 in?

O41.149 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 O41.149?

Use O41.149 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Placentitis, 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 Placentitis, unspecified trimester?

The ICD-10-CM code for Placentitis, unspecified trimester is O41.149.

Can O41.149 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, O41.149 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is O41.149 in?

O41.149 is in Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is O41.149 valid for 2026?

Yes, O41.149 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
O41.149
Placentitis, 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