O31
Non-Billable

Complications specific to multiple gestation

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Complications specific to multiple gestation?

ICD-10-CM O31 is the diagnosis code for Complications specific to multiple gestation. This code falls under the section "Maternal care related to the fetus and amniotic cavity and possible delivery problems" 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.

â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for O31

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in O31. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • delayed delivery of second twin, triplet, etc. (O63.2)
  • malpresentation of one fetus or more (O32.9)
  • placental transfusion syndromes (O43.0-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where O31 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 5 entries
O31.0Papyraceous fetusNon-BillableO31.00Papyraceous fetus, unspecified trimesterBillableO31.01Papyraceous fetus, first trimesterBillableO31.02Papyraceous fetus, second trimesterBillableO31.03Papyraceous fetus, third trimesterBillableO31.1Continuing pregnancy after spontaneous abortion of one fetus or moreNon-BillableO31.10Continuing pregnancy after spontaneous abortion of one fetus or more, unspecified trimesterBillableO31.11Continuing pregnancy after spontaneous abortion of one fetus or more, first trimesterBillableO31.12Continuing pregnancy after spontaneous abortion of one fetus or more, second trimesterBillableO31.13Continuing pregnancy after spontaneous abortion of one fetus or more, third trimesterBillableO31.2Continuing pregnancy after intrauterine death of one fetus or moreNon-BillableO31.20Continuing pregnancy after intrauterine death of one fetus or more, unspecified trimesterBillableO31.21Continuing pregnancy after intrauterine death of one fetus or more, first trimesterBillableO31.22Continuing pregnancy after intrauterine death of one fetus or more, second trimesterBillableO31.23Continuing pregnancy after intrauterine death of one fetus or more, third trimesterBillableO31.3Continuing pregnancy after elective fetal reduction of one fetus or moreNon-BillableO31.30Continuing pregnancy after elective fetal reduction of one fetus or more, unspecified trimesterBillableO31.31Continuing pregnancy after elective fetal reduction of one fetus or more, first trimesterBillableO31.32Continuing pregnancy after elective fetal reduction of one fetus or more, second trimesterBillableO31.33Continuing pregnancy after elective fetal reduction of one fetus or more, third trimesterBillableO31.8Other complications specific to multiple gestationNon-BillableO31.8XOther complications specific to multiple gestationNon-BillableO31.8X1Other complications specific to multiple gestation, first trimesterBillableO31.8X2Other complications specific to multiple gestation, second trimesterBillableO31.8X3Other complications specific to multiple gestation, third trimesterBillableO31.8X9Other complications specific to multiple gestation, unspecified trimesterBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is O31 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, O31 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does O31 mean?

O31 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Complications specific to multiple gestation". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is O31 in?

O31 is located in Section O30-O48 — "Maternal care related to the fetus and amniotic cavity and possible delivery problems" within Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of O31?

O31 has 5 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: O31.0, O31.1, O31.2, O31.3, O31.8.

When should I use O31?

Use O31 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Complications specific to multiple gestation" 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 specific to multiple gestation?

The ICD-10-CM code for Complications specific to multiple gestation is O31.

Can O31 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, O31 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is O31 in?

O31 is in Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is O31 valid for 2026?

Yes, O31 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
O31
Complications specific to multiple gestation
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
15 — Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium (O00-O9A)
O30-O48 — Maternal care related to the fetus and amniotic cavity and possible delivery problems
2026 ICD-10-CM