O08
Non-Billable

Complications following ectopic and molar pregnancy

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Complications following ectopic and molar pregnancy?

ICD-10-CM O08 is the diagnosis code for Complications following ectopic and molar pregnancy. This code falls under the section "Pregnancy with abortive outcome" 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.

💡 Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for O08

✅ This Code Includes

  • This category is for use with categories O00-O02 to identify any associated complications

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where O08 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeO08 — Complications following ectopic and molar pregnancy
Sub-Codes 10 entries
O08.0Genital tract and pelvic infection following ectopic and molar pregnancyBillableO08.1Delayed or excessive hemorrhage following ectopic and molar pregnancyBillableO08.2Embolism following ectopic and molar pregnancyBillableO08.3Shock following ectopic and molar pregnancyBillableO08.4Renal failure following ectopic and molar pregnancyBillableO08.5Metabolic disorders following an ectopic and molar pregnancyBillableO08.6Damage to pelvic organs and tissues following an ectopic and molar pregnancyBillableO08.7Other venous complications following an ectopic and molar pregnancyBillableO08.8Other complications following an ectopic and molar pregnancyNon-BillableO08.81Cardiac arrest following an ectopic and molar pregnancyBillableO08.82Sepsis following ectopic and molar pregnancyBillableO08.83Urinary tract infection following an ectopic and molar pregnancyBillableO08.89Other complications following an ectopic and molar pregnancyBillableO08.9Unspecified complication following an ectopic and molar pregnancyBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is O08 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, O08 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does O08 mean?

O08 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Complications following ectopic and molar pregnancy". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is O08 in?

O08 is located in Section O00-O08 — "Pregnancy with abortive outcome" within Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of O08?

O08 has 10 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: O08.0, O08.1, O08.2, O08.3, O08.4 and more.

When should I use O08?

Use O08 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Complications following ectopic and molar pregnancy" 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 Complications following ectopic and molar pregnancy?

The ICD-10-CM code for Complications following ectopic and molar pregnancy is O08.

Can O08 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, O08 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is O08 in?

O08 is in Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is O08 valid for 2026?

Yes, O08 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
O08
Complications following ectopic and molar pregnancy
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
15 — Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium (O00-O9A)
O00-O08 — Pregnancy with abortive outcome
2026 ICD-10-CM