O88.23 – Thromboembolism in the puerperium

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Complications predominantly related to the puerperium

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code O88.23
Code
O88.23 (claims format: O8823)
Description
Thromboembolism in the puerperium
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
O85-O92 Complications predominantly related to the puerperium
Parent codes
O88 › O88.2

Notes for O88.23

Applicable to:
  • Puerperal (pulmonary) embolism NOS

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

O88 – Obstetric embolism

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • embolism complicating abortion NOS (O03.2)
  • embolism complicating ectopic or molar pregnancy (O08.2)
  • embolism complicating failed attempted abortion (O07.2)
  • embolism complicating induced abortion (O04.7)
  • embolism complicating spontaneous abortion (O03.2, O03.7)

Block O85-O92

Excludes2 (not included here):
  • mental and behavioral disorders associated with the puerperium (F53.-)
  • obstetrical tetanus (A34)
  • puerperal osteomalacia (M83.0)

Index terms for O88.23

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Related codes in O88.2

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code O88.23?

O88.23 is the ICD-10-CM code for thromboembolism in the puerperium, in the block O85-O92 (Complications predominantly related to the puerperium).

Is O88.23 a billable code?

Yes. O88.23 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does O88.23 belong to?

It belongs to category O88 – Obstetric embolism.

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.