O29.93
Billable

Unspecified complication of anesthesia during pregnancy, third trimester

Billable / Specific Code

What is Unspecified complication of anesthesia during pregnancy, third trimester?

ICD-10-CM O29.93 is the diagnosis code for Unspecified complication of anesthesia during pregnancy, third trimester. 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 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 O29.93

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 O29.93 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is O29.93 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, O29.93 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does O29.93 mean?

O29.93 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Unspecified complication of anesthesia during pregnancy, third trimester". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of O29.93?

The parent code of O29.93 is O29.9 ("Unspecified complication of anesthesia during pregnancy"). O29.93 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is O29.93 in?

O29.93 is located in Section O20-O29 — "Other maternal disorders predominantly related to pregnancy" within Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use O29.93?

Use O29.93 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Unspecified complication of anesthesia during pregnancy, third trimester" 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 Unspecified complication of anesthesia during pregnancy, third trimester?

The ICD-10-CM code for Unspecified complication of anesthesia during pregnancy, third trimester is O29.93.

Can O29.93 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, O29.93 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is O29.93 in?

O29.93 is in Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is O29.93 valid for 2026?

Yes, O29.93 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
O29.93
Unspecified complication of anesthesia during pregnancy, third trimester
Billable / Specific Code
15 — Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium (O00-O9A)
O20-O29 — Other maternal disorders predominantly related to pregnancy
2026 ICD-10-CM