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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for fetus retention

Choose a code from the options below based on the documentation.

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Retention › fetus”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding fetus retention

The official ICD-10-CM index doesn't give a single default code for fetus retention; the code depends on the details below.

More specific fetus retention codes (official index)

  • dead O36.4 — Maternal care for intrauterine death
  • early O02.1 — Missed abortion

Common questions about fetus retention ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for dead fetus retention?

O36.4 — Maternal care for intrauterine death (header code; choose a more specific subcode).