ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for stroke puerperal
Diseases of the circulatory system complicating the puerperium
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Puerperal, puerperium (complicated by, complications) › stroke”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding stroke puerperal
The ICD-10-CM code for stroke puerperal is O99.43 (Diseases of the circulatory system complicating the puerperium).
Within O99.4 (diseases of the circulatory system complicating pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium), O99.43 is specifically for diseases of the circulatory system complicating the puerperium. Related codes cover pregnancy (O99.41) and childbirth (O99.42).
Use an additional code to identify specific condition.
As a secondary diagnosis it is a CC (complication or comorbidity), which can move an inpatient stay into the "with CC" MS-DRG of its family, unless the principal diagnosis excludes it.
Common questions about stroke puerperal ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for stroke puerperal?
- O99.43 — Diseases of the circulatory system complicating the puerperium.
Is O99.43 billable?
- Yes. O99.43 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can O99.43 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict O99.43 as a principal diagnosis.
Is O99.43 a CC or MCC?
- O99.43 is a CC (complication or comorbidity) under MS-DRG v44.0, unless excluded by the principal diagnosis.