Extreme immaturity of newborn, gestational age 27 completed weeks
ICD-10 P07.26 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of extreme immaturity of newborn, gestational age 27 completed weeks.
Extreme immaturity of newborn, classified under ICD-10 code P07.26, refers to infants born at a gestational age of 27 completed weeks or earlier. These newborns are at a significantly increased risk for a variety of complications due to their underdeveloped organ systems. Common issues include respiratory distress syndrome due to surfactant deficiency, intraventricular hemorrhage, and necrotizing enterocolitis. The management of these infants typically occurs in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), where they require specialized care, including thermal regulation, nutritional support, and monitoring for potential complications. Maternal factors such as preterm labor, infections, and placental insufficiency can contribute to extreme immaturity. Delivery complications, including emergency cesarean sections or prolonged labor, may also play a role in the outcomes for these infants. The prognosis for infants born at this gestational age varies widely, depending on the presence of associated conditions and the quality of neonatal care provided.
Detailed records of gestational age, birth weight, and any complications during delivery or postnatal care.
Management of respiratory distress syndrome, monitoring for intraventricular hemorrhage, and nutritional support in the NICU.
Accurate coding requires understanding of the infant's clinical course and any interventions performed.
Comprehensive documentation of follow-up care, developmental assessments, and any ongoing complications.
Pediatric evaluations for growth and development in infants with a history of extreme immaturity.
Consideration of long-term outcomes and potential developmental delays associated with extreme prematurity.
Used in conjunction with P07.26 for initial assessment and management in the NICU.
Document the infant's clinical status, gestational age, and any interventions performed.
Neonatologists must ensure comprehensive documentation to support the complexity of care provided.
Key factors include accurate documentation of gestational age, associated conditions, and maternal factors that may have contributed to preterm birth. It's essential to capture the complexity of care provided in the NICU and any follow-up care required.
