O66.40
Billable

Failed trial of labor, unspecified

Billable / Specific Code

What is Failed trial of labor, unspecified?

ICD-10-CM O66.40 is the diagnosis code for Failed trial of labor, unspecified. This code falls under the section "Complications of labor and delivery" 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 O66.40

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 O66.40 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is O66.40 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, O66.40 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does O66.40 mean?

O66.40 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Failed trial of labor, unspecified". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of O66.40?

The parent code of O66.40 is O66.4 ("Failed trial of labor"). O66.40 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is O66.40 in?

O66.40 is located in Section O60-O77 — "Complications of labor and delivery" within Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use O66.40?

Use O66.40 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Failed trial of labor, unspecified" 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 Failed trial of labor, unspecified?

The ICD-10-CM code for Failed trial of labor, unspecified is O66.40.

Can O66.40 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, O66.40 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is O66.40 in?

O66.40 is in Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is O66.40 valid for 2026?

Yes, O66.40 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
O66.40
Failed trial of labor, unspecified
Billable / Specific Code
15 — Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium (O00-O9A)
O60-O77 — Complications of labor and delivery
2026 ICD-10-CM