O40.9
Billable

Polyhydramnios, unspecified trimester

Billable / Specific Code

What is Polyhydramnios, unspecified trimester?

ICD-10-CM O40.9 is the diagnosis code for Polyhydramnios, unspecified trimester. 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 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 O40.9

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 O40.9 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is O40.9 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, O40.9 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does O40.9 mean?

O40.9 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Polyhydramnios, unspecified 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 O40.9?

The parent code of O40.9 is O40 ("Polyhydramnios"). O40.9 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is O40.9 in?

O40.9 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.

When should I use O40.9?

Use O40.9 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Polyhydramnios, unspecified 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 Polyhydramnios, unspecified trimester?

The ICD-10-CM code for Polyhydramnios, unspecified trimester is O40.9.

Can O40.9 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, O40.9 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is O40.9 in?

O40.9 is in Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is O40.9 valid for 2026?

Yes, O40.9 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
O40.9
Polyhydramnios, unspecified trimester
Billable / 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