O91
Non-Billable

Infections of breast associated with pregnancy, the puerperium and lactation

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Infections of breast associated with pregnancy, the puerperium and lactation?

ICD-10-CM O91 is the diagnosis code for Infections of breast associated with pregnancy, the puerperium and lactation. This code falls under the section "Complications predominantly related to the puerperium" 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.

Coding Guidelines for O91

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 O91 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeO91 — Infections of breast associated with pregnancy, the puerperium and lactation
Sub-Codes (3)
Sub-Codes 3 entries
O91.0Infection of nipple associated with pregnancy, the puerperium and lactationNon-BillableO91.01Infection of nipple associated with pregnancyNon-BillableO91.011Infection of nipple associated with pregnancy, first trimesterBillableO91.012Infection of nipple associated with pregnancy, second trimesterBillableO91.013Infection of nipple associated with pregnancy, third trimesterBillableO91.019Infection of nipple associated with pregnancy, unspecified trimesterBillableO91.02Infection of nipple associated with the puerperiumBillableO91.03Infection of nipple associated with lactationBillableO91.1Abscess of breast associated with pregnancy, the puerperium and lactationNon-BillableO91.11Abscess of breast associated with pregnancyNon-BillableO91.111Abscess of breast associated with pregnancy, first trimesterBillableO91.112Abscess of breast associated with pregnancy, second trimesterBillableO91.113Abscess of breast associated with pregnancy, third trimesterBillableO91.119Abscess of breast associated with pregnancy, unspecified trimesterBillableO91.12Abscess of breast associated with the puerperiumBillableO91.13Abscess of breast associated with lactationBillableO91.2Nonpurulent mastitis associated with pregnancy, the puerperium and lactationNon-BillableO91.21Nonpurulent mastitis associated with pregnancyNon-BillableO91.211Nonpurulent mastitis associated with pregnancy, first trimesterBillableO91.212Nonpurulent mastitis associated with pregnancy, second trimesterBillableO91.213Nonpurulent mastitis associated with pregnancy, third trimesterBillableO91.219Nonpurulent mastitis associated with pregnancy, unspecified trimesterBillableO91.22Nonpurulent mastitis associated with the puerperiumBillableO91.23Nonpurulent mastitis associated with lactationBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is O91 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, O91 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does O91 mean?

O91 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Infections of breast associated with pregnancy, the puerperium and lactation". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is O91 in?

O91 is located in Section O85-O92 — "Complications predominantly related to the puerperium" within Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of O91?

O91 has 3 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: O91.0, O91.1, O91.2.

When should I use O91?

Use O91 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Infections of breast associated with pregnancy, the puerperium and lactation" 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 Infections of breast associated with pregnancy, the puerperium and lactation?

The ICD-10-CM code for Infections of breast associated with pregnancy, the puerperium and lactation is O91.

Can O91 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, O91 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is O91 in?

O91 is in Chapter 15 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is O91 valid for 2026?

Yes, O91 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
O91
Infections of breast associated with pregnancy, the puerperium and lactation
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
15 — Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium (O00-O9A)
O85-O92 — Complications predominantly related to the puerperium
2026 ICD-10-CM