ICD-10-CM
ICD-10 code for Retention placenta (total) (with hemorrhage): O72.0
The ICD-10-CM index points "Retention placenta (total) (with hemorrhage)" to O72.0, Third-stage hemorrhage. O72.0 is a billable code.
Source: CDC ICD-10-CM FY2027 Alphabetic Index file dated June 16, 2026. Publisher page
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Code also
The CDC tabular list says a second code may be needed with this one. The note does not set which is listed first.
Code also type of adherent placenta (O43.2-)
Related pages
- O72.0 code detailsNotes, nearby codes, CMS-HCC group
- Category O72Every code under it
- Chapter 15Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium
- ICD-10 codes by conditionA to Z
- Check a list of ICD-10 codes
- Denial code CO-11Diagnosis does not support the procedure
- Denial code CO-146Diagnosis invalid for the date of service
- HCPCS Level II code lookup
Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for Retention placenta (total) (with hemorrhage)?
The ICD-10-CM index points "Retention placenta (total) (with hemorrhage)" to O72.0, Third-stage hemorrhage. O72.0 is a billable code.
Is O72.0 billable?
Yes. O72.0 is a billable code in the FY2027 ICD-10-CM file. Use a more specific code when the record documents one.
What chapter is O72.0 in?
Chapter 15. Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium.
When do ICD-10-CM codes change?
Every October 1, with the new fiscal year file. Some years add April 1 updates. This page uses the FY2027 file, effective October 1, 2026.