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.