O86.2
Non-Billable

Urinary tract infection following delivery

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Urinary tract infection following delivery?

ICD-10-CM O86.2 is the diagnosis code for Urinary tract infection following delivery. This code falls under the section "Complications predominantly related to the puerperium" 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.

Coding Guidelines for O86.2

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 O86.2 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 4 entries
O86.20Urinary tract infection following delivery, unspecifiedBillableO86.21Infection of kidney following deliveryBillableO86.22Infection of bladder following deliveryBillableO86.29Other urinary tract infection following deliveryBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is O86.2 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, O86.2 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does O86.2 mean?

O86.2 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Urinary tract infection following delivery". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of O86.2?

The parent code of O86.2 is O86 ("Other puerperal infections"). O86.2 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is O86.2 in?

O86.2 is located in Section O85-O92 — "Complications predominantly related to the puerperium" within Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of O86.2?

O86.2 has 4 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: O86.20, O86.21, O86.22, O86.29.

When should I use O86.2?

Use O86.2 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Urinary tract infection following delivery" 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 Urinary tract infection following delivery?

The ICD-10-CM code for Urinary tract infection following delivery is O86.2.

Can O86.2 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, O86.2 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is O86.2 in?

O86.2 is in Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is O86.2 valid for 2026?

Yes, O86.2 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
O86.2
Urinary tract infection following delivery
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
15 — Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium (O00-O9A)
O85-O92 — Complications predominantly related to the puerperium
2026 ICD-10-CM