Question 1

Is O69 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, O69 is not a billable code. It is a category code that requires additional specificity. You must select a more specific code from the subcategories for billing purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code O69 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code O69 represents Labor and delivery complicated by umbilical cord complications. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

When was ICD-10 code O69 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code O69 has been part of ICD-10-CM since 2016, when the coding system was mandated for use in the United States. This code was included in the original US implementation.

Question 4

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code O69?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for O69 is section:O60-O77 (Complications of labor and delivery (O60-O77)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

Does O69 require a 7th character extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes, O69 requires a 7th character to specify the encounter type. Available extensions include: 0 (not applicable or unspecified), 1 (fetus 1), 2 (fetus 2) and 4 more options. Use "X" as a placeholder to fill empty positions before the 7th character (e.g., O69XXA for initial encounter). The extension indicates whether this is an initial visit, follow-up, or treatment for a late effect.

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Notes6Additional information

Is O69 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code O69 mean?

When was ICD-10 code O69 introduced?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code O69?

Does O69 require a 7th character extension?