O22.2
Non-Billable

Superficial thrombophlebitis in pregnancy

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Superficial thrombophlebitis in pregnancy?

ICD-10-CM O22.2 is the diagnosis code for Superficial thrombophlebitis in pregnancy. This code falls under the section "Other maternal disorders predominantly related to pregnancy" 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 O22.2

✅ This Code Includes

  • Phlebitis in pregnancy NOS
  • Thrombophlebitis of legs in pregnancy
  • Thrombosis in pregnancy NOS

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where O22.2 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 4 entries
O22.20Superficial thrombophlebitis in pregnancy, unspecified trimesterBillableO22.21Superficial thrombophlebitis in pregnancy, first trimesterBillableO22.22Superficial thrombophlebitis in pregnancy, second trimesterBillableO22.23Superficial thrombophlebitis in pregnancy, third trimesterBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is O22.2 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, O22.2 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does O22.2 mean?

O22.2 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Superficial thrombophlebitis in pregnancy". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of O22.2?

The parent code of O22.2 is O22 ("Venous complications and hemorrhoids in pregnancy"). O22.2 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is O22.2 in?

O22.2 is located in Section O20-O29 — "Other maternal disorders predominantly related to pregnancy" within Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of O22.2?

O22.2 has 4 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: O22.20, O22.21, O22.22, O22.23.

When should I use O22.2?

Use O22.2 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Superficial thrombophlebitis in 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 Superficial thrombophlebitis in pregnancy?

The ICD-10-CM code for Superficial thrombophlebitis in pregnancy is O22.2.

Can O22.2 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, O22.2 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is O22.2 in?

O22.2 is in Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is O22.2 valid for 2026?

Yes, O22.2 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousO22.13Genital varices in pregnancy, third trimesterNext →O22.20Superficial thrombophlebitis in pregnancy, unspecified trimester
Code Details
O22.2
Superficial thrombophlebitis in pregnancy
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
15 — Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium (O00-O9A)
O20-O29 — Other maternal disorders predominantly related to pregnancy
2026 ICD-10-CM