ICD-10-CM O61: Failed induction of labor

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for O61

Failed induction of labor

Coding Notes & Guidelines for O61

Inclusion Terms
  • Failed induction (of labor) by oxytocin
  • Failed induction (of labor) by prostaglandins
Inclusion Terms
  • Failed mechanical induction (of labor)
  • Failed surgical induction (of labor)

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for O61):

O61.0 - Failed medical induction of labor O61.1 - Failed instrumental induction of labor O61.8 - Other failed induction of labor O61.9 - Failed induction of labor, unspecified

About ICD-10-CM Code O61 (Failed induction of labor)

ICD-10-CM code O61 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM O61 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about O61 - Failed induction of labor. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Failed induction of labor.