Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM O65 is the diagnosis code for Obstructed labor due to maternal pelvic abnormality. This code falls under the section "Complications of labor and delivery" 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.
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.
Understanding where O65 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, O65 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
O65 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Obstructed labor due to maternal pelvic abnormality". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
O65 is located in Section O60-O77 — "Complications of labor and delivery" within Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
O65 has 8 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: O65.0, O65.1, O65.2, O65.3, O65.4 and more.
Use O65 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Obstructed labor due to maternal pelvic abnormality" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Obstructed labor due to maternal pelvic abnormality is O65.
No, O65 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
O65 is in Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, O65 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.