ICD-10-CM O87.1: Deep phlebothrombosis in the puerperium

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for O87.1

Deep phlebothrombosis in the puerperium

Coding Notes & Guidelines for O87.1

Use Additional Code

code to identify the deep vein thrombosis (I82.4-, I82.5-, I82.62-, I82.72-)

Use Additional Code

code, if applicable, for associated long-term (current) use of anticoagulants (Z79.01)

Inclusion Terms
  • Deep vein thrombosis, postpartum
  • Pelvic thrombophlebitis, postpartum

Parent Code (Less Specific):

O87 - Venous complications and hemorrhoids in the puerperium

About ICD-10-CM Code O87.1 (Deep phlebothrombosis in the puerperium)

ICD-10-CM code O87.1 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 O87.1 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about O87.1 - Deep phlebothrombosis in the puerperium. 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 Deep phlebothrombosis in the puerperium.