Z37
Non-Billable

Outcome of delivery

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Outcome of delivery?

ICD-10-CM Z37 is the diagnosis code for Outcome of delivery. This code falls under the section "Persons encountering health services in circumstances related to reproduction" within Chapter 21 — Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99). 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.

💡 Inclusions
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for Z37

✅ This Code Includes

  • This category is intended for use as an additional code to identify the outcome of delivery on the mother's record. It is not for use on the newborn record.

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as Z37. They are mutually exclusive:

  • stillbirth (P95)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where Z37 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 9 entries
Z37.0Single live birthBillableZ37.1Single stillbirthBillableZ37.2Twins, both livebornBillableZ37.3Twins, one liveborn and one stillbornBillableZ37.4Twins, both stillbornBillableZ37.5Other multiple births, all livebornNon-BillableZ37.50Multiple births, unspecified, all livebornBillableZ37.51Triplets, all livebornBillableZ37.52Quadruplets, all livebornBillableZ37.53Quintuplets, all livebornBillableZ37.54Sextuplets, all livebornBillableZ37.59Other multiple births, all livebornBillableZ37.6Other multiple births, some livebornNon-BillableZ37.60Multiple births, unspecified, some livebornBillableZ37.61Triplets, some livebornBillableZ37.62Quadruplets, some livebornBillableZ37.63Quintuplets, some livebornBillableZ37.64Sextuplets, some livebornBillableZ37.69Other multiple births, some livebornBillableZ37.7Other multiple births, all stillbornBillableZ37.9Outcome of delivery, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Z37 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, Z37 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does Z37 mean?

Z37 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Outcome of delivery". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is Z37 in?

Z37 is located in Section Z30-Z39 — "Persons encountering health services in circumstances related to reproduction" within Chapter 21 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of Z37?

Z37 has 9 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: Z37.0, Z37.1, Z37.2, Z37.3, Z37.4 and more.

When should I use Z37?

Use Z37 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Outcome of 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 Outcome of delivery?

The ICD-10-CM code for Outcome of delivery is Z37.

Can Z37 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, Z37 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is Z37 in?

Z37 is in Chapter 21 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from Z37?

Type 1 Excludes for Z37 include: stillbirth (P95).

Is Z37 valid for 2026?

Yes, Z37 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
Z37
Outcome of delivery
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
21 — Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99)
Z30-Z39 — Persons encountering health services in circumstances related to reproduction
2026 ICD-10-CM