👶 Chapter 16 · P00-P96
Newborn Conditions Diagnosis Codes
Perinatal codes document conditions that originate during pregnancy or the first 28 days of life. These include prematurity, birth trauma, respiratory distress, and jaundice. Accurate coding is critical for NICU care coverage.
About This Chapter
Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM classification covers certain conditions originating in the perinatal period, spanning codes P00-P96. These codes are used by healthcare providers to document diagnoses in your electronic health record (EHR), on insurance claims, and on medical bills.
Why this matters: If you see a code starting with P on your medical bill or health records, it likely falls in this chapter. Understanding what chapter your code belongs to can help you make sense of your diagnosis and ask better questions at your next appointment.
Diagnosis Codes in This Chapter
Browse the 5 diagnosis codes we currently cover in this chapter. Select any code to read a plain-English explanation.