Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM O24 is the diagnosis code for Diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, childbirth, and the puerperium. 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.
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.
Understanding where O24 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, O24 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
O24 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, childbirth, and the puerperium". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
O24 is located in Section O20-O29 — "Other maternal disorders predominantly related to pregnancy" within Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
O24 has 6 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: O24.0, O24.1, O24.3, O24.4, O24.8 and more.
Use O24 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, childbirth, and the puerperium" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, childbirth, and the puerperium is O24.
No, O24 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
O24 is in Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, O24 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.