O60.20
Billable

Term delivery with preterm labor, unspecified trimester

Billable / Specific Code

What is Term delivery with preterm labor, unspecified trimester?

ICD-10-CM O60.20 is the diagnosis code for Term delivery with preterm labor, unspecified trimester. This code falls under the section "Complications of labor and delivery" 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 O60.20

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 O60.20 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeO60.20 — Term delivery with preterm labor, unspecified trimester
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is O60.20 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, O60.20 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does O60.20 mean?

O60.20 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Term delivery with preterm labor, 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 O60.20?

The parent code of O60.20 is O60.2 ("Term delivery with preterm labor"). O60.20 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is O60.20 in?

O60.20 is located in Section O60-O77 — "Complications of labor and delivery" within Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use O60.20?

Use O60.20 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Term delivery with preterm labor, 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 Term delivery with preterm labor, unspecified trimester?

The ICD-10-CM code for Term delivery with preterm labor, unspecified trimester is O60.20.

Can O60.20 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, O60.20 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is O60.20 in?

O60.20 is in Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is O60.20 valid for 2026?

Yes, O60.20 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
O60.20
Term delivery with preterm labor, unspecified trimester
Billable / Specific Code
15 — Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium (O00-O9A)
O60-O77 — Complications of labor and delivery
2026 ICD-10-CM