O82 – Encounter for cesarean delivery without indication
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Encounter for delivery
ICD-10-CM code
O82
- Code
O82(claims format:O82)- Description
- Encounter for cesarean delivery without indication
- Billable
- Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
- Valid for
- Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
- Chapter
- 15. Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium (O00-O9A)
- Block
- O80-O82 Encounter for delivery
Notes for O82
Use additional code:
- code to indicate outcome of delivery (Z37.0)
Index terms for O82
Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code O82?
O82 is the ICD-10-CM code for encounter for cesarean delivery without indication, in the block O80-O82 (Encounter for delivery).
Is O82 a billable code?
Yes. O82 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.