Question 1

Is O02 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, O02 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 O02 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code O02 represents Other abnormal products of conception. 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 O02 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code O02 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 O02?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for O02 is section:O00-O08 (Pregnancy with abortive outcome (O00-O08)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

What conditions are excluded from O02?

Accepted Answer

Code O02 has Type 1 Excludes (mutually exclusive conditions) including: papyraceous fetus (O31.0-). These conditions cannot be coded together with O02 as they represent different diagnoses.

Question 6

Should I use additional codes with O02?

Accepted Answer

Yes, when coding O02, consider adding codes for: code from category O08 to identify any associated complication.. Additional codes provide more specificity about the patient's condition.

O022026

Excludes13Not coded together

Excludes24Not included here

Use Additional Code2Add code for detail

Notes6Additional information