P00.6
Billable

Newborn affected by surgical procedure on mother

Billable / Specific Code

What is Newborn affected by surgical procedure on mother?

ICD-10-CM P00.6 is the diagnosis code for Newborn affected by surgical procedure on mother. This code falls under the section "Newborn affected by maternal factors and by complications of pregnancy, labor, and delivery" within Chapter 16 — Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions
⛔ Excludes1
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for P00.6

✅ This Code Includes

  • Newborn affected by amniocentesis

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as P00.6. They are mutually exclusive:

  • Cesarean delivery for present delivery (P03.4)
  • damage to placenta from amniocentesis, Cesarean delivery or surgical induction (P02.1)
  • previous surgery to uterus or pelvic organs (P03.89)

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in P00.6. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • newborn affected by complication of (fetal) intrauterine procedure (P96.5)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where P00.6 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is P00.6 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, P00.6 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does P00.6 mean?

P00.6 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Newborn affected by surgical procedure on mother". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of P00.6?

The parent code of P00.6 is P00 ("Newborn affected by maternal conditions that may be unrelated to present pregnancy"). P00.6 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is P00.6 in?

P00.6 is located in Section P00-P04 — "Newborn affected by maternal factors and by complications of pregnancy, labor, and delivery" within Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use P00.6?

Use P00.6 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Newborn affected by surgical procedure on mother" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Newborn affected by surgical procedure on mother?

The ICD-10-CM code for Newborn affected by surgical procedure on mother is P00.6.

Can P00.6 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, P00.6 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is P00.6 in?

P00.6 is in Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from P00.6?

Type 1 Excludes for P00.6 include: Cesarean delivery for present delivery (P03.4); damage to placenta from amniocentesis, Cesarean delivery or surgical induction (P02.1); previous surgery to uterus or pelvic organs (P03.89).

Is P00.6 valid for 2026?

Yes, P00.6 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
P00.6
Newborn affected by surgical procedure on mother
Billable / Specific Code
16 — Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96)
P00-P04 — Newborn affected by maternal factors and by complications of pregnancy, labor, and delivery
2026 ICD-10-CM