O99.325
Billable

Drug use complicating the puerperium

Billable / Specific Code

What is Drug use complicating the puerperium?

ICD-10-CM O99.325 is the diagnosis code for Drug use complicating the puerperium. This code falls under the section "Other obstetric conditions, not elsewhere classified" 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 O99.325

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 O99.325 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is O99.325 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, O99.325 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does O99.325 mean?

O99.325 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Drug use complicating the puerperium". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of O99.325?

The parent code of O99.325 is O99.32 ("Drug use complicating pregnancy, childbirth, and the puerperium"). O99.325 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is O99.325 in?

O99.325 is located in Section O94-O9A — "Other obstetric conditions, not elsewhere classified" within Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use O99.325?

Use O99.325 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Drug use complicating the puerperium" 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 Drug use complicating the puerperium?

The ICD-10-CM code for Drug use complicating the puerperium is O99.325.

Can O99.325 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, O99.325 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is O99.325 in?

O99.325 is in Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is O99.325 valid for 2026?

Yes, O99.325 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
O99.325
Drug use complicating the puerperium
Billable / Specific Code
15 — Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium (O00-O9A)
O94-O9A — Other obstetric conditions, not elsewhere classified
2026 ICD-10-CM