O86
Non-Billable

Other puerperal infections

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Other puerperal infections?

ICD-10-CM O86 is the diagnosis code for Other puerperal infections. 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.

â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for O86

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in O86. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • infection during labor (O75.3)
  • obstetrical tetanus (A34)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where O86 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 5 entries
O86.0Infection of obstetric surgical woundNon-BillableO86.00Infection of obstetric surgical wound, unspecifiedBillableO86.01Infection of obstetric surgical wound, superficial incisional siteBillableO86.02Infection of obstetric surgical wound, deep incisional siteBillableO86.03Infection of obstetric surgical wound, organ and space siteBillableO86.04Sepsis following an obstetrical procedureBillableO86.09Infection of obstetric surgical wound, other surgical siteBillableO86.1Other infection of genital tract following deliveryNon-BillableO86.11Cervicitis following deliveryBillableO86.12Endometritis following deliveryBillableO86.13Vaginitis following deliveryBillableO86.19Other infection of genital tract following deliveryBillableO86.2Urinary tract infection following deliveryNon-BillableO86.20Urinary tract infection following delivery, unspecifiedBillableO86.21Infection of kidney following deliveryBillableO86.22Infection of bladder following deliveryBillableO86.29Other urinary tract infection following deliveryBillableO86.4Pyrexia of unknown origin following deliveryBillableO86.8Other specified puerperal infectionsNon-BillableO86.81Puerperal septic thrombophlebitisBillableO86.89Other specified puerperal infectionsBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is O86 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

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

What does O86 mean?

O86 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other puerperal infections". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is O86 in?

O86 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?

O86 has 5 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: O86.0, O86.1, O86.2, O86.4, O86.8.

When should I use O86?

Use O86 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other puerperal infections" 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 Other puerperal infections?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other puerperal infections is O86.

Can O86 be used for primary diagnosis?

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

What chapter is O86 in?

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

Is O86 valid for 2026?

Yes, O86 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousO85Puerperal sepsisNext →O86.0Infection of obstetric surgical wound
Code Details
O86
Other puerperal infections
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