Encounter for delivery (O80-O82) ICD-10-CM
The O80–O82 section covers encounter for delivery with 2 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes, of which 2 are billable in fiscal year 2026. The section is organized into the 2 code ranges listed below.
Code Ranges in This Section 2 ranges · 2 codes
| Code Range | Title | Codes | Billable |
|---|---|---|---|
| O80 | Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery (O80) | 1 | 1 |
| O82 | Encounter for cesarean delivery without indication (O82) | 1 | 1 |
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About the O80–O82 Code Range
ICD-10 codes O80 to O82 are used specifically to document encounters for delivery, distinguishing between normal vaginal births and cesarean deliveries without complications. These codes help track the type of delivery in pregnant patients.
Code O80 covers encounters for full-term uncomplicated deliveries, often referred to as normal births, term births of single or multiple newborns (including twins, triplets, and beyond), and vaginal deliveries where the pregnancy has progressed without complications. Synonyms like "normal reproductive system function," "spontaneous vertex delivery," and "term birth of twins both living or stillborn" are all part of this code, helping coders accurately report uncomplicated labor and delivery scenarios. Code O82 is used when the delivery is by cesarean section without a specified medical indication, capturing cesarean deliveries performed at term without other complications. Terms like "delivery by cesarean," "cesarean section - pregnancy at term," and "delivery by emergency cesarean section" correspond to this code, aiding in reporting cesarean deliveries clearly when no other indications exist. These codes provide a clear distinction between normal vaginal deliveries and cesarean births without complications in medical records and billing.
Questions About This Page
How many codes are in the O80-O82 range?
The O80-O82 range contains 2 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes in FY 2026. 2 of them are billable, and the rest are category headers that organize the section.
What conditions does O80-O82 cover?
The range covers encounter for delivery. The code ranges listed above break it into groups of related conditions, and each one links to its own page with the full code list.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
