O75
Non-Billable

Other complications of labor and delivery, not elsewhere classified

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Other complications of labor and delivery, not elsewhere classified?

ICD-10-CM O75 is the diagnosis code for Other complications of labor and delivery, not elsewhere classified. This code falls under the section "Complications of labor and delivery" 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 O75

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

The following conditions are not included in O75. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • puerperal (postpartum) infection (O86.-)
  • puerperal (postpartum) sepsis (O85)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where O75 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeO75 — Other complications of labor and delivery, not elsewhere classified
Sub-Codes 8 entries
O75.0Maternal distress during labor and deliveryBillableO75.1Shock during or following labor and deliveryBillableO75.2Pyrexia during labor, not elsewhere classifiedBillableO75.3Other infection during laborBillableO75.4Other complications of obstetric surgery and proceduresBillableO75.5Delayed delivery after artificial rupture of membranesBillableO75.8Other specified complications of labor and deliveryNon-BillableO75.81Maternal exhaustion complicating labor and deliveryBillableO75.82Onset (spontaneous) of labor after 37 completed weeks of gestation but before 39 completed weeks gestation, with delivery by (planned) cesarean sectionBillableO75.89Other specified complications of labor and deliveryBillableO75.9Complication of labor and delivery, unspecifiedBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is O75 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, O75 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does O75 mean?

O75 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other complications of labor and delivery, not elsewhere classified". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is O75 in?

O75 is located in Section O60-O77 — "Complications of labor and delivery" within Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of O75?

O75 has 8 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: O75.0, O75.1, O75.2, O75.3, O75.4 and more.

When should I use O75?

Use O75 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other complications of labor and delivery, not elsewhere classified" 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 Other complications of labor and delivery, not elsewhere classified?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other complications of labor and delivery, not elsewhere classified is O75.

Can O75 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, O75 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is O75 in?

O75 is in Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is O75 valid for 2026?

Yes, O75 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousO74.9Complication of anesthesia during labor and delivery, unspecifiedNext →O75.0Maternal distress during labor and delivery
Code Details
O75
Other complications of labor and delivery, not elsewhere classified
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
15 — Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium (O00-O9A)
O60-O77 — Complications of labor and delivery
2026 ICD-10-CM