O40
Non-Billable

Polyhydramnios

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Polyhydramnios?

ICD-10-CM O40 is the diagnosis code for Polyhydramnios. 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for O40

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as O40. They are mutually exclusive:

  • encounter for suspected maternal and fetal conditions ruled out (Z03.7-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where O40 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 4 entries
O40.1Polyhydramnios, first trimesterBillableO40.2Polyhydramnios, second trimesterBillableO40.3Polyhydramnios, third trimesterBillableO40.9Polyhydramnios, unspecified trimesterBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is O40 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, O40 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does O40 mean?

O40 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Polyhydramnios". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is O40 in?

O40 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 O40?

O40 has 4 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: O40.1, O40.2, O40.3, O40.9.

When should I use O40?

Use O40 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Polyhydramnios" 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?

The ICD-10-CM code for Polyhydramnios is O40.

Can O40 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, O40 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is O40 in?

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

What conditions are excluded from O40?

Type 1 Excludes for O40 include: encounter for suspected maternal and fetal conditions ruled out (Z03.7-).

Is O40 valid for 2026?

Yes, O40 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousO36.93Maternal care for fetal problem, unspecified, third trimesterNext →O40.1Polyhydramnios, first trimester
Code Details
O40
Polyhydramnios
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