O85Billable

Puerperal sepsis

Chapter
15. Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium
Category
O85
Effective date
October 1, 2026

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code O85?

O85 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Puerperal sepsis.

Is O85 a billable code?

Yes. O85 is billable and specific enough to be used on a claim.

What ICD-10-CM chapter is O85 in?

O85 falls under Chapter 15: Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium.

When did O85 become effective?

O85 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.

ICD-10-CM data maintained by CDC/CMS (public domain). Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making coding or billing decisions.