Newborn small for gestational age, 1500-1749 grams
ICD-10 P05.16 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of newborn small for gestational age, 1500-1749 grams.
Newborns classified as small for gestational age (SGA) are those whose birth weight is below the 10th percentile for their gestational age. Specifically, P05.16 refers to newborns weighing between 1500 and 1749 grams. This condition can arise due to various maternal factors such as inadequate maternal nutrition, placental insufficiency, or maternal health issues like hypertension or diabetes. Delivery complications, including preterm birth or intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), can also contribute to SGA status. These infants are at increased risk for perinatal morbidity and mortality, necessitating close monitoring and potential interventions in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). Management may include thermal regulation, nutritional support, and monitoring for complications such as hypoglycemia or respiratory distress. Accurate coding is essential for appropriate reimbursement and to reflect the complexity of care provided.
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 potential complications.
Ensure accurate tracking of growth parameters and any interventions provided.
Comprehensive pediatric assessments including growth charts and developmental milestones.
Follow-up visits for SGA infants to monitor growth and development.
Consider the long-term implications of being SGA on pediatric health.
Used for initial assessment of SGA infants in the NICU.
Document birth weight, gestational age, and any complications.
Neonatologists should ensure thorough documentation of all assessments.
Factors include maternal health conditions (e.g., hypertension, diabetes), inadequate nutrition during pregnancy, placental insufficiency, and environmental factors such as smoking or substance abuse.
