Postpartum hemorrhage (O72) ICD-10-CM
The O72 code range covers postpartum hemorrhage with 5 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 4 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2027, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Includes
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- hemorrhage after delivery of fetus or infant
Codes in the O72 Range 5 codes · 4 billable
Clinical Terms in This Code Range
Definitions from the National Library of Medicine for conditions coded in the O72 range.
Postpartum Hemorrhage
Excess blood loss from uterine bleeding associated with OBSTETRIC LABOR or CHILDBIRTH. It is defined as blood loss greater than 500 ml or of the amount that adversely affects the maternal physiology, such as BLOOD PRESSURE and HEMATOCRIT. Postpartum hemorrhage is divided into two categories, immediate (within first 24 hours after birth) or delayed (after 24 hours postpartum).
About the O72 Code Range
Postpartum hemorrhage is excessive blood loss from uterine bleeding associated with labor or childbirth.
Within complications of labor and delivery, O72 distinguishes O72.0 third-stage hemorrhage from O72.1 other immediate postpartum hemorrhage. O72.2 identifies delayed and secondary postpartum hemorrhage, while O72.3 identifies postpartum coagulation defects.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the O72 range?
Of the 5 codes in this range, 4 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the O72 range classify?
The range classifies postpartum hemorrhage. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2027 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
