Newborn light for gestational age, 2000-2499 grams
ICD-10 P05.08 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of newborn light for gestational age, 2000-2499 grams.
P05.08 refers to newborns who are classified as light for gestational age, weighing between 2000 to 2499 grams at birth. This condition is often associated with various maternal factors such as inadequate prenatal care, maternal smoking, substance abuse, or chronic health conditions like hypertension and diabetes. Delivery complications, including preterm labor or placental insufficiency, can also contribute to a newborn being light for gestational age. These infants may face increased risks for complications such as respiratory distress syndrome, hypoglycemia, and feeding difficulties. Close monitoring and specialized care in a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) may be required to address these potential issues. Accurate coding of this condition is crucial for appropriate management and resource allocation in neonatal care.
Detailed records of birth weight, gestational age, and any complications during delivery.
Infants admitted to the NICU for monitoring due to low birth weight and associated risks.
Ensure that all maternal factors and delivery complications are thoroughly documented to support the coding.
Comprehensive pediatric assessments that include growth metrics and developmental milestones.
Follow-up visits for infants who were light for gestational age and monitoring for developmental delays.
Consider the long-term implications of being light for gestational age on pediatric health.
Used when a newborn light for gestational age is evaluated in the nursery.
Document the newborn's weight, gestational age, and any complications.
Neonatologists should ensure comprehensive assessments are documented.
Factors include maternal health issues such as diabetes, hypertension, smoking, and inadequate prenatal care, as well as complications during delivery that may affect fetal growth.
