ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for obesity puerperal
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Puerperal, puerperium (complicated by, complications) › obesity (pre-existing prior to pregnancy)”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding obesity puerperal
The ICD-10-CM code for obesity puerperal is O99.215 (Obesity complicating the puerperium).
Within O99.21 (obesity complicating pregnancy, childbirth, and the puerperium), O99.215 is specifically for obesity complicating the puerperium. Related codes cover pregnancy, unspecified trimester (O99.210), pregnancy, first trimester (O99.211), pregnancy, second trimester (O99.212), pregnancy, third trimester (O99.213) and childbirth (O99.214).
Use an additional code to identify specific condition.
It is not a CC or MCC, so as a secondary diagnosis it doesn't change the MS-DRG severity level.
Common questions about obesity puerperal ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for obesity puerperal?
- O99.215 — Obesity complicating the puerperium.
Is O99.215 billable?
- Yes. O99.215 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can O99.215 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict O99.215 as a principal diagnosis.
Is O99.215 a CC or MCC?
- No. O99.215 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.