O43.119
Billable

Circumvallate placenta, unspecified trimester

Billable / Specific Code

What is Circumvallate placenta, unspecified trimester?

ICD-10-CM O43.119 is the diagnosis code for Circumvallate placenta, 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 O43.119

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 O43.119 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is O43.119 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, O43.119 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does O43.119 mean?

O43.119 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Circumvallate placenta, 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 O43.119?

The parent code of O43.119 is O43.11 ("Circumvallate placenta"). O43.119 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is O43.119 in?

O43.119 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 O43.119?

Use O43.119 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Circumvallate placenta, 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 Circumvallate placenta, unspecified trimester?

The ICD-10-CM code for Circumvallate placenta, unspecified trimester is O43.119.

Can O43.119 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, O43.119 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is O43.119 in?

O43.119 is in Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is O43.119 valid for 2026?

Yes, O43.119 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
O43.119
Circumvallate placenta, 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