Disorders of newborn related to length of gestation and fetal growth
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Updates & Changes
FY 2026 Updates
New Codes (1)
Revised Codes (1)
Deleted Codes
No codes deleted in this range for FY 2026
Historical Changes
- •FY 2025: Routine maintenance updates with minor terminology clarifications
- •FY 2024: Enhanced specificity requirements for certain code ranges
- •FY 2023: Updated documentation guidelines for improved clarity
Upcoming Changes
- •Proposed updates pending review by Coordination and Maintenance Committee
- •Under consideration: Enhanced digital health integration codes
Implementation Guidance
- •Review all FY 2026 updates for P07-P07 codes before implementation
- •Always verify the most current codes in the ICD-10-CM manual
- •Ensure clinical documentation supports the selected diagnosis codes
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Range Overview
The ICD-10 code range P07-P07 pertains to disorders of newborns related to length of gestation and fetal growth. These codes are used to document conditions such as low birth weight, extreme immaturity, and other disorders related to short gestation. They are critical for accurately representing the health status of newborns, guiding treatment plans, and facilitating statistical analysis of neonatal health trends.
Key Usage Points:
- •Use P07 codes for newborns with conditions related to gestational age or fetal growth.
- •P07 codes can be used in conjunction with other codes to provide a comprehensive picture of the newborn's health.
- •Always code to the highest level of specificity within the P07 range.
- •P07 codes are not used for maternal conditions affecting the fetus or newborn.
- •Remember to code first any associated underlying condition.
Coding Guidelines
When to Use:
- ✓When a newborn is diagnosed with low birth weight.
- ✓When a newborn is diagnosed with extreme immaturity.
- ✓When a newborn has a condition related to short gestation.
- ✓When a newborn has a disorder related to long gestation or high birth weight.
- ✓When a newborn has a condition related to slow fetal growth and malnutrition.
When NOT to Use:
- ✗When the newborn's condition is not related to gestational age or fetal growth.
- ✗When the condition is related to maternal factors.
- ✗When the condition is a congenital anomaly.
- ✗When the condition is a specific neonatal condition not related to gestation or growth.
- ✗When the condition is a perinatal condition occurring after the neonatal period.
Code Exclusions
Always verify exclusions with the latest ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting.
Documentation Requirements
Proper documentation for P07 codes should provide a clear, comprehensive picture of the newborn's condition. This includes the specific disorder, its relation to gestational age or fetal growth, and any associated conditions or complications.
Clinical Information:
- •Specific disorder of the newborn
- •Relation of the disorder to gestational age or fetal growth
- •Any associated conditions or complications
- •Results of any relevant diagnostic tests
- •Treatment provided and response to treatment
Supporting Evidence:
- •Birth records
- •Medical history
- •Clinical notes
- •Diagnostic test results
Good Documentation Example:
Newborn diagnosed with extreme immaturity, born at 26 weeks gestation. Weight at birth was 800 grams. No other associated conditions or complications.
Poor Documentation Example:
Newborn with low birth weight.
Common Documentation Errors:
- ⚠Not coding to the highest level of specificity
- ⚠Not documenting the relation of the disorder to gestational age or fetal growth
- ⚠Not documenting any associated conditions or complications
- ⚠Not providing supporting evidence
Range Statistics
Coding Complexity
The complexity of coding within the P07 range is considered medium. While the codes themselves are straightforward, understanding the clinical context and relation of the disorder to gestational age or fetal growth can be challenging. Additionally, identifying any associated conditions or complications, coding to the highest level of specificity, navigating exclusions, and keeping up with updates and changes to the P07 code range all contribute to the complexity.
Key Factors:
- ▸Understanding the relation of the disorder to gestational age or fetal growth
- ▸Identifying any associated conditions or complications
- ▸Coding to the highest level of specificity
- ▸Navigating exclusions
- ▸Keeping up with updates and changes to the P07 code range
Specialty Focus
P07 codes are primarily used by pediatricians, neonatologists, and other healthcare providers working in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs). They are also relevant for epidemiologists and public health professionals studying neonatal health trends.
Primary Specialties:
Clinical Scenarios:
- • A newborn diagnosed with low birth weight due to short gestation.
- • A newborn diagnosed with extreme immaturity, born at 26 weeks gestation.
- • A newborn with a disorder related to long gestation and high birth weight.
- • A newborn with a condition related to slow fetal growth and malnutrition.
- • A newborn with a disorder related to gestational age, with associated complications.
Resources & References
Resources for the P07 code range include the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) guidelines, and various clinical references and educational materials.
Official Guidelines:
- ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting
- AAP guidelines for coding and reporting neonatal conditions
- World Health Organization (WHO) International Classification of Diseases (ICD) guidelines
Clinical References:
- AAP Red Book: Report of the Committee on Infectious Diseases
- Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy, Neonatal Disorders section
Educational Materials:
- AAP Coding for Pediatrics manual
- ICD-10-CM Coding Handbook
Frequently Asked Questions
Can P07 codes be used for conditions related to maternal factors?
No, P07 codes are not used for conditions related to maternal factors. These conditions have their own codes in the O30-O48 range.
What is the difference between low birth weight and extreme immaturity?
Low birth weight refers to a newborn weighing less than a certain threshold, regardless of gestational age. Extreme immaturity refers to a newborn born at less than 28 weeks gestation, regardless of weight.