Newborn small for gestational age
ICD-10 P05.1 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of newborn small for gestational age.
Newborn small for gestational age (SGA) refers to infants whose birth weight is below the 10th percentile for their gestational age. This condition can arise from various maternal factors, including inadequate maternal nutrition, placental insufficiency, and maternal health issues such as hypertension or diabetes. Delivery complications, such as preterm birth or intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), can also contribute to SGA. Clinically, SGA infants may present with low birth weight, decreased subcutaneous fat, and potential respiratory distress. These infants are at increased risk for long-term developmental issues and require careful monitoring and management in the neonatal period. Accurate coding of SGA is crucial for appropriate resource allocation and management strategies in neonatal care.
Detailed birth weight, gestational age, and maternal health history.
NICU admissions for SGA infants requiring respiratory support or feeding interventions.
Monitoring for potential long-term developmental delays and ensuring follow-up care.
Growth charts and developmental assessments post-discharge.
Pediatric follow-ups for SGA infants to monitor growth and development.
Consideration of nutritional needs and developmental milestones.
Used for SGA infants requiring initial evaluation in the nursery.
Document birth weight, gestational age, and any complications.
Neonatologists should ensure comprehensive assessments are documented.
Factors include maternal health conditions, nutritional status, and placental function. Accurate documentation of these factors is essential for proper coding.
